When I first started quilting about 8 years ago, I really enjoyed handquilting the sandwich and applique, but the the piecing was done on machine. I felt that was the best of both worlds. The handquilting can be done anywhere so I took it to my sister's, camping, in front of tv... I loved it and was proud to say I did it by hand. Unfortunately, I never became really proficient at it because after only a couple years, my hands became compromised from rheumatoid arthritis. Since that started, I thank God the sewing machine was invented.
Cathy