My grandmothers and my mom quilted. I liked the quilts, but never thought much about it until my 1st grandchild was born 30 yrs. ago. my friend made her a cute quilt. I deceided I wanted to make one. Well it only took me 7 years to finish it.mY MOM WAS QUILTING A DRESDEN PLATE when she passed away20 yrs. ago.it is hand quilted. i have been going to finish it all these years.Still in the closet.Well I retired 2 years ago and became involved in everything i could.I love to sew and had been going to the state extension office for a sewing circle. The first of the year we pieced a quilt, mine is a lap quilt. That is as far as i've gotten. So glad my friend carol who quilts sent me this web site. Iam learning a lot.Everyone is great.