I was an art major in college(as was my wife) and always did artsy things. When I was disabled in '95, I started quilting to keep my mind busy and keep me sane(debatable). My blessed MIL had been painting with oils and had transitioned over to quilting and she inspired me. That was 100's of quilts ago. My wife and I now have an in-home quilting business. I make the tops and she works the quilting machine. I have made over 100 memory quilts and other custom work. My kids and grandkids all have several. I'd love to have more time now to work only on my projects but, the extra income helps me to afford my quilting addiction.