I started quilting in the early 60s, because my Very Dear Grandmother quilted. I grew up seeing the beautiful quilts she always had in her hand quilting frame. (which my grandfather made for her, and I am fortunate enough to own now) So, I guess quilting just came naturally to me. When I'm working on a quilt, I often think of my grandma, stitching away, and grandpa setting close by, puffing on a pipe. Quilting brings back so many grand memories.