I did join them a few years back but to me it seemed to be aimed at the more experienced quilter, but maybe it has changed, it may be worth asking them if you could have a complimentary copy of their magazine to judge for yourself.. I actuall I find I get good patterns and help from the Mc Calls quilting magazines, and from this board of course.. Have you tried You Tube the Missouri Site on there have some fabulous videos which show you ow to do just about anything, short cuts too. Hope all goes well