I don't think quilting is a fad that has run it's course. I just took a class at the Road to Calif. show and I was the oldest in the class. (75). I think I saw more younger women at the show as well. I go to a local 3 day quilt retreat several times a year and I am probably the oldest there too. It feels good to work with the younger women. They have a fresh perspective and have a lot of enthusiasm.