Welcome from someone about 30min east of you:))Don't be intimidated. We all love qulting here and so glad to help anyone get addicted too:))There are many different levels of quilting and not a one to hide over;0)I can assure you that my first quilt was not a pretty site:))I still learn on each and every one...that is just the fun and process:))Anything we can help answer or help you with, just let us know..Skeat