two of my sisters quilted as did my neighbor and several other ladies. They reserved the community room once a month to get together and quilt. I was invited but I didn't quilt-I cross stitched. After about 6-8 months of going and listening/watching etc. they decided they were going to do a mystery quilt- I didn't even have a decent sewing machine. Bought a Janome- and some fabric and learned how to do a block...haven't turned back. AND, I don't cross-stitch anymore!