It doesn't matter when we start quilting 17 or 71, but do what feels good to you. Quilting is my sanity, especially since my DH and I are retired (me, not so willingly, but he had major health issues), but being able to quilt gives me something productive to do. I always gave generously of my quilts and quilted items to my church's Harvest Fair, but after having to move from our home of 33 years to a 2 bedroom apt., I insisted on my own bedroom, so DH won't obsess over the mess I make while sewing, and I only need to clear off my bed at night so I can sleep in it. LOL. My best friend talked me into having a table at that same church's Harvest Fair and I am glad I did, as I was able to sell my items and have a "nest egg" for future fabric purchases, or treats for myself, it's been wonderful, especially having my "own" money to spend as I wish. I have overcome many medical and physical challenges in the past few years, but I'm hoping that is behind me now; but I still keep on quilting, even if it's only an hour here and there, it makes me happy.