bearisgray

Some of the better things about quilting as an acitivity -

The basic premise is a top layer of fabric, a filling, another layer of fabric - and the three layers are held together somehow.
(I wonder if glueing counts now?)

One can start out relatively inexpensively - and go on to mega-spending

There are lots of ways of creating a top/flimsy - piecing, one piece, applique, embroidery - lots of variations on those - skill levels from "this is a needle?" t0 breathtaking work - no need to get bored -

All skill levels are welcome to play -

One can participate in groups - or work on a project all by oneself -

One does not need to have special shoes to work on a project -

Down sides to quilting -

People seem to mind if they step on a dropped pin or needle

It can become obsessive/addictive

Playing darts or pool seem to be more acceptable in bars than piecing and/or knitting

One has to put the fabric down while eating, showering, or driving

Blueridgebeverly

All so true!

On the plus side, I would add the joy of gifting our quilts. On the downside, I would add quilting has taken over the spare room.

rryder

On the upside: it keeps me off the street and out of trouble

On the downside: can't think of one....

Rob

osewme

On the upside: It keeps me sane & takes away stress
On the downside: It' an addiction I never dreamed I would have 20 years ago (oh, that's an upside)
On the downside: I can never get enough of it.

Macybaby

I gave up baking as a hobby and switched to quilting - it's better for my health because I don't eat my mistakes!

Jingle

All of the above is true. I enjoy making quilts. Fast and easy is good for me. I donate and give away most I make. Since I really don't know how they will be cared for I don't want to work too long on them.

IceLeopard

Strange, that. Maybe it makes people nervous to see people with sharp, pointy objects?
But on the upside, you can multitask by listening to tv or music or YouTube videos or audiobooks while you sew. I just finished The Six Wives of Henry VIII.

cjsews

It’s healthier than some addictions

On the down side, I have become a hoarder of fabrics. And have a hard time getting rid of small pieces. I may use them some day????

sandy l

It's the old "waste not, want not" mantra passed down thru generations

aashley333

upside:

• the joy from recipients- Usually wedding or baby gifts. or no reason! I love visiting friends and seeing the art quilt I gave them being used!
• outlet for my designing/sketching- My favorite part is drawing out a new idea--then the process begins.

downside:

• occasionally must stop and straighten up- but don't get crazy!
• too many ideas-not enough time