Thanks all!
I'll check out Harriet Hargrave's Quilter's Academy series as that sounds like a great resource.
I have quite a bit of experience with blades, mats and rotary cutters from my manufacturing experience so I may be able to offer some general insight and understanding from a technical mindset. Feel free to PM me with any questions about our products. I'll check with the moderator on what's appropriate to post in that department. I'll put my work email in my profile.
Here's a quilt made by Laura Reinstatler from back when she lived locally.
Prairie Pockets