There are so many ways to do things. What is important is the basics. You can visit Marcia Hohn at her website Quilters Cashe. She has free on line lessons and they are easy to do. The good part is they are always at your finger tips. They have many patterns to tempt you. Do not forget the people on here are a lifeline in case there is something you need, to ask a question, etc. They are great.