Originally Posted by
Tartan
Welcome from Ontario, Canada. Start with a simple design like a 9 patch just to get the basics of cutting accurate squares, sewing a good 1/4 inch seam and matching the seam intersections. You can start by cutting your pieces out with scissors and hand sewing your blocks but it will be more accurate if you pick up a few basic supplies. I would suggest a rotary cutter, mat and ruler for easier cutting. Can you borrow a basic machine from someone to see if you will like quilting? If not you will have to decide if you want to invest in a lower priced machine for now ($200) or invest in a higher priced machine that will last longer (Janome, Brother, Baby Lock). I love my Bernina 440 QE but I don't think a $3000 investment is what you are thinking of right now? You will find lots of good advice on QB for every stage of your new hobby. Good luck and happy quilting!
Great idea about borrowing a machine. So far I suck at quilting since I haven't actually cut any fabric or put them together. But THAT is going to change. Maybe I should go just LOOK at machines and ask questions and see what they look like. Thanks