My name is Becky & I live in the hills of east TN. Married with six sweet kitties. I want to start quilting & I am unable to get out much. I have met so many wonderful people here & now I have a big question for everyone. Since I am going to have to teach myself this fine art & living on a budget, what are the basic books, tools & basic sewing machine that you would recommend? I have been looking a picture of your quilts for months & wonder if I need to quit before I even get started. They are just beautiful & I hope that one day to make something as lovely as the quilts on here. :) So any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks to everyone, Becky.