My grandmother quilted because she had to in those days. My mother didn't have time since she raised 8 children. I am the only one of 4 girls that started quilting several years ago. My mother in law quilted and I caught the bug from her really I guess. I am not by any means a good piecer or quilter but I trully enjoy it. It just is relaxing and I have to have something to either piece or quilt when I sit down. I truly enjoy this quilting board and have learned so much by the tutuorials. :)