I don't ever remember not sewing. I was blessed with 2 grandmothers and a mom who were wonderful seamstresses. I learned by watching. Grandma started em sewing on buttons at 3 years old. I had sewing cards that I laced up perfectly. I made my first dress for school in 5th grade over Christmas vacation. I made my kids clothes and curtains. I made my first quilt when my oldest DD went from the crib to a big girl bed. She is now 42 and still has the quilt. I work in a bridal shop as a seamstress and quilt at home. I just can't get enough sewing time.