Just wanted to say a quick "howdy" to everyone. I'm new all around, here and to quilting. My first quilt was for my grandaughter's nursery a year ago. It was simply quilted, not pieced. I made a matching crib dust ruffle, curtians, and bumper pad. I've been reading the news letter religiously looking for tips and pointers. I've come across some wonderful scources of info here, thanks!! My next attempt is a memorial quilt for my grand-nephew. My brother, his grandfather, was taken in an auto accident this past January. I couldn't part with his blue jeans even the tattered ones, and I have part of his collection of Harley Davidson shirts that I want to incorporate into a quilt for his little grandson who just turned two. Anyway, now that I've caught myself rambling on...thanks again for all the great info and inspiration!! and a big HOWDY HOWDY HOWDY from Central Illinois.