Quilting is expensive, but its the only hobby ( if you want to call it that) that I have. I am a senior citizen and I live alone. Quilting is what keeps me going. It keeps my brain and my fingers active. I don't know what I would do if I did'nt make quilts. Instead of sitting in front of the TV or a computer all day, Im in my sewing room, creating something beautiful usually for someone else. I have had to cut back on what I purchase since retiring, but some things you just can't put a dollar sign on.