I got started in rubberstamping several years ago when I saw Janelle Marshall demonstrating at one of the craft stores.  I wasn't too taken with the idea of rubberstamping but wanted to know how to make the Japanese folded-kimono card.  I took one card and got "hooked."  Since then I have taken several classes from Janelle, worked part-time for her before she and Jim moved and have a gazillion stamps.  I really enjoy making cards and sold a few but mostly just make cards because they are pretty and fun.  I really like trying new things.  I can use someone else's main idea  and then run with my own thoughts and make it mine.  My justification for continually buying new stamps and supplies is that it keeps me sane.  If I couldn't create, I wouldn't have any vices!