Interesting to see how this thread has been picked up again, and great to see so many young quilters (both in age and heart!) joining! My little granddaughter is 4, but when she was visiting a few weeks ago, showed interest when I was doing a border stitch around a fleece blanket for her dolly. She asked if she could do it, and I said no, she was too young yet. "Okay, but can I do it when I'm 5?" "Yes, Molly, you can when you're 5." And if she's still interested, Grandma will start teaching her! :)