I'm almost 57, and have been 'garment' sewing since I was 8-9,then 4-H
I made most of my clothes jr high on. In 8th grade we had some goofy awards thing, I got '8th grade best dressed girl.' I made my wedding dress, and when my kids were little I worked in an alterations shop. The things I learned there are invaluable.
Now, I probably sew garments 65% of the time, quilting and home decor the rest.
For years I've thought I'd like to try to make jeans that actually look like jeans. I'm on my second pair now, refining the fit, and have decided I will ALWAYS wear jeans I made from now on.
Who would've thought a contoured waistband, though undetectable to anyone else, would make such a difference in the fit. They are the MOST comfortable jeans I have ever owned!