Originally Posted by janRN
Grann of 6 I worked full time for over 40 years so I'd have "too much time on my hands" now. I sew everyday-something I could never do before. I'm always willing to try a new pattern or fabric and making smaller items than quilts gives me this opportunity rather than making a larger quilt and not liking the pattern or fabric or technique. I think small items like table or bed runners are the perfect choice for this.
I understand. I raised 4 kids, worked for 20 years after they reached high school age and sewed for people at the same time. I am retired and living by myself except for the dogs, but between taking care of the house & yard, and babysitting whenever someone needs me, I don't have as much time as I would like. I have to be selective about the projects I choose. When I am not sewing for gifts for the family I am making quilts for charity so I rarely have time to just do something "frivolous". Maybe someday.....