Hi Mary, I am a new quilter too. I still can't cut a straight line, but I keep pushing myself. Because it is so rewarding when you get it right. Everyone one the board is here to suport you, they are all wonderful. I am going to be doing Rhonda's way shortly, She is really good about teaching. So take a deep breath, and keep at it, because one of these days, we will be able to make a beautiful quilt, and won't that be a very spiecal day. God bless.