Please don't give up. This happened to me in 1988 (I still haven't completely finished the quilt) but since then, I found some friends, who came to my house to help, and have been quilting ever since. I am in 2 groups who make quilts for childrens homes.. am in a Guild, and also a small group of 7.. I have worked on many, many quilts since then. They make nice gifts... I also crochet, knit, counted cross stitch, tatting, beading, smocking, and teach anyone who would like to learn, or who just needs a little help... I'll be 81 next month, and still going strong... Diana O.