I sewed my first time making a dress for 4 H I think I was nine or ten at the time. I was so proud of myself. I was hooked and my 401A was the first thing I bought when I married. I made everything clothing, drapery and things for my home. Being a Army wife I was always having new places to make drapery for. Watching my DM and DGM quilt I finally made my first one in the late 70's and never stopped. I still make things for my GD, she loves dresses I make for her.