Welcome from Ohio. I am self taught too but I can't take all of the credit. This board has helped me A BIG FAT BUNCH!
I love it and glad you are here. I am a newbie and can use an experienced quilter. I am currently only working on blocks with no curves or anything. I am doing my first real quilt and it is only a lap quilt. I am taking it slow. It is a pinwheel with an embroidered block. Will post when done if it turns out okay. teeheee.