I don't know Ruth I'm turning 51 in May. I think I started 1st grade in 62. I started sewing with a classmate in 4th grade, we created Barbie Doll wardrobes by hand. Then I took home-ec sewing and cooking throughout school until I graduated in 1975. The last major piece I created was my 1st wedding dress. With beaded silk. that was for Valentines day 2006. I used a retro pattern and white beaded silk for the skirt and jacket and white silk for the bodice. I received compliments on the dress but what else are they going to say at your wedding! :lol: .