Hi, Theresa! I'm new too and just had my first quilting session last Thursday. I thoroughly enjoyed it. We started with a log cabin block, which I've still to sew together, and for homework, we have to do a courthouse steps block. It's quite exciting, but I wish I had more time to devote to it.
I'm also a passionate cross stitcher and an occasional knitter. Reading is also another hobby. Way too many hobbies and not enough time!