I'm 70 and started sewing at age 8. Didn't start wanting to quilt until about 10 years ago. I wish I'd started much younger when I had better eyesight. When I was in my 30's, I had four children, 3 girls and 1 boy and sewed for myself and my daughters and my two sisters. My mom quilted and was sooo happy when I got interested in it. She told my sister that I was such a good seamstress she was glad I'd finally found quilting. The thing is, you can be any age and quilt for a hobby, etc. It's not a "grandmother" thing. It's a craft. Maybe hubby should find a hobby.