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    Old 03-23-2011, 01:59 PM
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    WOW....girl, you are just a baby. I will be 67 in April and will quilt until I die. Have to...cause I have to much fabric to use up!
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    Old 03-23-2011, 02:26 PM
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    I started learning to sew and quilt at the same time eleven months ago, at the age of 64. Couldn't use a sewing machine, couldn't even wind a bobbin!Started with a table runner and since then I've made 4 single bed quilts(one completely hand pieced and hand quilted), 3 lap quilts, 12 small table runners for friends, a queen sized quilt(just starting to hand quilt this), and am now working on a hand appliqued lap quilt. I became obsessed and it's the most fun I ever had, but I couldn't do it if I wasn't retired!
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    Old 03-23-2011, 02:27 PM
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    Originally Posted by donnajean
    At 57 you are just a baby. My grandmothers were sewing in their 90's & my aunt is 88 & still doing beautiful hand embroidery. You have lots of time. I started quilting when I was 55 & have more quilts than I know what to do with.
    Thanks Donna! Your grandmothers and aunt put me to shame, that is very encouraging. I guess I just need to relax and enjoy the process as so many have suggested. I just love this board!
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    Old 03-23-2011, 02:29 PM
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    Originally Posted by joygross
    I am so glad everyone is posting about this topic.. I am brand new, in fact justs finished my first project... I have a bit of stress thinking the same thing that I dont have enough time to get things done ... in fact I told my honey the other day.. that I hope I live long enough to get all the things done I want to do :)
    Welcome to the board joygross!! Everyone is suggesting that I relax and have fun with it so I think that is what we need to do.
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    Old 03-23-2011, 02:32 PM
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    Originally Posted by saraaev
    I hope this helps you ! After having given up all my hobbies while being crtiically ill for about three years ( and trust me, I have NO idea why I am still on this earth), I have recovered enough to be able to sew and quilt and design and make gemstone jewelry and move into a new home AND our oldest grandson graduates from high school in two months and I will be there ! So time lost, yeah, but I'm almost 69 and going for it ! Some may only get a table runner, but if it's all made with love, that's good enough for me. Just keep plugging along and you will accomplish what you need too ! Hugs, Sara
    Sara I'm so glad you have recovered and still doing what you want to do! It sounds like you are going to be busy and enjoying every minute of it. Hugs to you too! Sue
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    Old 03-23-2011, 02:35 PM
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    Thanks so much for all the encouragment! You are all right, I just need to relax and have fun with it. And, as a few said, I will have a blast when I retire! That is what I'm living for....retirement! LOL. Love and hugs to all of you!
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    Old 03-23-2011, 02:44 PM
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    I understand how you feel...I started quilting at age 79 and will have my 80th in 2 months. I sew daily and just cant seem to get enough. Or do enough! I have so many pictures of quilts that I want to do - and there just doesnt seem to be enough time to get them all done. Poor eyesight, arthritis and confusion seem to get in the way....
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    Old 03-23-2011, 03:03 PM
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    enjoy the process and it will go more smoothly...i think you have plenty of time...i hope you make one for yourself, too;-)
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    Old 03-23-2011, 03:10 PM
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    Aren't we just the fortunate ones though? Having this wonderful hobby with endless possibilities to explore. Oh YES!
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    Old 03-23-2011, 05:11 PM
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    I remember a "Dear Abby" quote from years ago. Someone wrote because they thought it might not be worth going back to school at their age (over 50, I think.) and that it would take 4 years to finish. Abby responded by asking her old she would be in 4 years if she DIDN'T start school. Good question. I try to remember that, especially now that I'm over 50. I'm not dead yet, and neither are you! Keep quilting, not only for yourself, but for those who appreciate and treasure what you make for them.
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