I have only one machine and do most of my cutting with scissors. I recylce clothes and linens and I make my own patterns. I did a partial quilt once that I did purchase but ended it with my own ideas. I do have patterns that I got free on the net but have not tried any of them. I do have a rotary cutter and a mat but it is easier for me to do it the old fashioned way. I look at all the beautiful quilts here and know that I do not have enough patience to do them.
I am not bragging because if I could do it I would have it all. lol