I too started sewing in childhood and continued in Home Ec. I did lots of sewing for my sister, mom, grandmom, and myself for years. After I married and had boys, I lost interest in sewing and did none for years. When I retired, I decided I wanted to quilt so I took classes at the community college and at a quilting shop. (Both my grandmothers quilted, but not my mom. She hated it!) I have made a number of quilts but none in the last few years because of health issues. I'm hoping to get my interest back up soon. This site has some amazing, talented quilters from whom you will learn much. And welcome from the beautiful mountains of western NC.