I certainly do quilt with friends. We meet every Tues. some beginners, some advanced and have an awesome time. We will also do Quilt of valor projects and baby quilts. It meets from 4 to 5 hrs and we take turns with lunch. It's normally 6 and then to 8 when our snowbirds come down. Some shopping at times but mostly sewing and some instructions? Love, love, love it always.