Being part of a long lived line of quilters myself, this story brought tears to my eyes! Both of my grandmother's quilted, and my maternal great grandma also quilted. I didn't know my other greats, but I'm sure they did, too. Back then, it was out of need.
I can't wait to be able to afford fabrics enough to start quilts for my grandkids....hopefully at least one of them will also pick up the art!
Carol B