I learned to knit at an early age, then to sew at about 10 or 12. I made a dress for 4-H. Home Ec in Jr. High was a joke. Spent the whole semester making an apron and a full skirt. My mom sewed a lot but was a poor teacher. I still have the apron. Then, I read everything I could find on sewing. Made draperies, tailored suits, my daughter's prom dresses and helped with her wedding dress. Have sewed doll clothes, awnings, upholstered furniture, etc. I taught my daughter to sew and two granddaughters. They don't sew now but can do it if they need to.