Originally Posted by Prism99
I always recommend Rail Fence for a first quilt. It requires learning the basics, but is very forgiving of mistakes. Plus it ends up looking much more complicated than it actually is.
Here's a website to get you started:
http://www.straw.com/equilters/libra...nce-links.html
Also, Google "rail fence quilt" and then click on images to see real-life examples of this pattern.
DITTO!!! it is the BEST for practicing rotary cutting, and 1/4" seams!