What's the longest you've ever taken to finish a project?

[SheilaT]

My personal record is about thirty-five years.

Back in the 1970's I acquired a Needles 'n Hoops project that was perfect for a friend of mine. I started it, and then lost interest, and put it away. Fortunately, I didn't get rid of it. Nor had I ever told this particular friend about the project. Some thirty-five years later I pulled it out and finished it, got it framed and sent it to him. He was very appreciative.

At the present I have no such long-overdue projects. I've bought lots of things with specific recipients in mind, but in recent years when I start something, it gets finished a few months later.