Are you a Dedicated Quilter?
#11
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Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Myrtle Beach, SC
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My husband has way more $$$ spent toward his hobbies than I do, but I never thought of it as a lot because he purchased in bits and pieces, not all at once. I suspect many quilters do the same, or save for the big purchases.
He used to urge me to get a hobby so I wouldn't be bored in retirement. I always told him not to worrry, I'd find something to do. Imagine his excitement when I took his advice and started quilting...imagine his waning enthusiasm as I purchased fabric and tools and spread out my hobby through our home - just like he'd done for 30+ years with his hobbies. He's still very supportive, but I can tell when he's mentally kicking himself for ever suggesting I get a hobby!
He used to urge me to get a hobby so I wouldn't be bored in retirement. I always told him not to worrry, I'd find something to do. Imagine his excitement when I took his advice and started quilting...imagine his waning enthusiasm as I purchased fabric and tools and spread out my hobby through our home - just like he'd done for 30+ years with his hobbies. He's still very supportive, but I can tell when he's mentally kicking himself for ever suggesting I get a hobby!
#13
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Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: Sonoma County, CA
Posts: 4,299
I pretty much meet the description except for age & length of time quilting. I'm 39 and have only been seriously quilting a couple years. But I'm already up to full speed on spending and stashing! (groan!) At least I use my stash, though - I did some math the other day and so far in 2.5 years of quilting I am averaging finishing 1.3 quilts per month. I was kind of surprised, it doesn't feel like I make that many, but I tend to kind of work in batches where I'm assembling several quilts at a time over a few months and then suddenly in one weekend I'll finish off 3 or 4 quilts. Mine are all given away as gifts and charitable donations, except for the handful that I keep for myself.
#14
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Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: North Carolina
Posts: 1,226
Being a new quilter, I do not want my husband to read this article. LOL. However, being an avid golfer for years, "I" don't want to know how much he has spent on his hobby. Ha. He is happy that I've found a hobby I really enjoy (i.e. quilting - primarily for charities).
Like Cathyvv stated, quilting keeps my mind sharp. It also lets me be creative which is something I need. I've tried so many crafts (stained glass, pottery, beading, painting, crochet - which I still enjoy) but I get more satisfaction from quilting.
Sharon
Like Cathyvv stated, quilting keeps my mind sharp. It also lets me be creative which is something I need. I've tried so many crafts (stained glass, pottery, beading, painting, crochet - which I still enjoy) but I get more satisfaction from quilting.
Sharon
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