I started sewing doll clothes with my grandmother when I was very young. Then I sewed for myself. It was the only way I would have new clothes. If Grandma did make it, I had to make it. In college I actually sewed for others occasionally to make money. I made my own wedding dress and sewed for my little boys occasionally. Back then there wasn't much you could sew for boys. I made two of my three daughter's in law wedding dresses. I was so happy when I finally got grand-kids and then grand-daughters. But my kids don't really enjoy or value what I make so I think I'm going to give that up. Now I just waste my time here! In the left over time I quilt and machine embroider which reminds me. I've got so many presents to finish!