I would suggest you read as many quilt books as you can so you can understand different techniques. Make the first quilt for yourself no matter how bad it will look when finished. Ask questions form other quilters. Wash your fabrics until NO dye is coming out. Iron all your fabric with plenty of starch, PRESS every step of the sewing not iron. check and square up as you go and above all ENJOY BEING A QUILTER. WELCOME TO THE CLUB.
When you buy your rulers make sure they are all the same brand with the thin lines if possible.