I did. I started just around that age. I'm now 73. My first quilt was done entirely by hand. It is a sampler quilt custom sized to fit my double size platform bed with a set of drawers in the base.
I'm now learning to machine quilt. I love this message board. Also watch the quilt shows on public tv.
I work slowly and have a few other hobbies. But, that's what I love about retirement.
Hope you enjoy yourself as much as I do. Learning something new is very good for the brain.