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07-02-2011, 03:05 AM

NVBuffy

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Hi! My name is Buffy and I joined this list so that I could learn from others how to make quilts. I have always wanted to make quilts, but accidently entered a contest at church so now I really need to get busy.
Fortunately the quilt can be small, even a hand bag or apron. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to start?
Thanks for letting me join!
Buffy

07-02-2011, 03:10 AM

QuiltingGrannie

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Welcome to the board and to quilting.
Warning - you will become addicted! ;)

To start you will need the right tools. Rotary cutter, cutting mat, template/ruler.
Fabric and a Sewing machine & accessories.

A simple 9 patch pattern would be easy, or just a strip quilt. You can go up on the topics and under "Search" look for 9 patch, 4 patch or other quilt block names and get links, pics, and pattern ideas.

And I know there will be lots of help here for you.

Good luck. and most importantly Have Fun.

07-02-2011, 03:12 AM

sandyo

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Join Date: Jul 2010

Location: Appleton, WI

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A baby quilt is a nice way to start. Nice size to handle and still get the feel of a pattern.

07-02-2011, 03:21 AM

sik1010

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Join Date: Oct 2010

Location: Michigan

Posts: 5,289

Hello, and welcome from Michigan!

07-02-2011, 03:29 AM

Kathios

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Join Date: Nov 2010

Location: Nottingham, NH

Posts: 516

Welcome from New Hampshire!

07-02-2011, 03:29 AM

thequilterslink

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Location: NW PA

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HI, welcome, glad you joined us.

07-02-2011, 03:33 AM

MelodyWB

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Join Date: Jul 2010

Location: Mesa,Az

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Welcome..from Arizona..I teach beginner classes..start easy and small..I use a 9-patch or a Log Cabin shading technique to get my students to start with !! You'll love it here !!