I have only been quilting for a few years and wow...what a shocker on how much a quilt cost. I was one of those who told a friend that I would love for her to make me one....she was smart and said...no but I will teach you. Here is what you need...and gave me a list of materials...that was my start...and wow I was shocked about how much a wall hanging cost...but I have been hooked ever since. I have also learned to shop for materials on sale. I paid ful price for everything. She provided the cutting board, rotary cutter etc that day, the next day I went out and bought my own. Thankful for my friend...