Mine has more of the supporting role, but when I need him to step in he does. He can sew - was a drama teacher and a great hand at making costumes. He hasn't done any quilting, but when I'm having trouble he's right there to help. When I was having trouble with my machine he did the calling to the repair shop to try to find out what could be wrong. He bought my machine for me - well, it's our money - but he called around and found it then went to get it and bring it home. He'll willingly come in to look at stitches - either to offer help or to praise them. I work two jobs and he's retired so ... that's part of the reason!