Originally Posted by wantabe quilter
Thank you for that information. I just need someone in my area who can show me those kind of things. I bought a Accuquilt Go for cutting my squares, triagles, strips etc. I know how to sew them together but it is knowing what the right fabric, thread, needle, batting etc. to use that is confusing me.
The accuquilt is a great tool; make sure you watch the grain so it cuts accurately. Most people use cotton for fabric because it hold up well and most recommend cotton thread; same fabric, same thread. I say most because there are so many choices and people find what works for them and that's great. Me; I go with cotton fabric and cotton thread. Do searches and on the batting because like most things there are many choices and more points of views as to which is the best. Some machines will dictate the thread choice; some don't care. Just buy small quanities until you find out what works for you and keep asking questions. You will always get mulitple answers but then you'll have mulitple choices to try and find the right fit for you