I am learning to quilt again with the new methods. I do what I like, design as I go.
I stopped going to the local because my machine was too noisy-mechanical Singer (why in this economy buy expensive computer driven until I figure out I like it?? Going machine shopping with my BFF in October) They did not like my colour choices and were upset I had bought most of my fabric in NM.(When visiting my BFF)
I like this board as mostly the members seem to have a good sense of humour and believe in doing your own thing. Very few negative comments.
And most important, I have learned much just reading the comments here.
I don't pre-wash, I iron, I try to machine quilt as my hands don't always work, I agree that most husbands are good, generous people, use cotton thread (King Tut), no steam, spray bottle of water, press to the dark side, and hope and pray my seams are 1/4 and the cuts are equal.
And when I am done-give the finished quilt to someone who will use it.