Yes it is an expensive hobby!! AND if you take into account equipment to do it with it can be very expensive.
I have been sewing, quilting, machine embroidery, for years it can be very expensive also time consuming, and frustrating at times. But can also be very rewarding also.
I made my first grandchild's Christening gown(gown,slip,hat). Then when my son's first born was on the way I ask if I could make his Christening gown & my daughter-in-law said yes much to my delight. I made a heirloom gown I made the lace, motifs, it took me about 4 months a lot of migraines it was beautiful.
Connie