God made us all differently so why wouldn't it make since that we'd do things differently. Isn't that what makes the world go round; all the different people and all they have to offer. When I give advice to anyone on anything, I tell them to check out all the different info and different points of view as to how something should be done and then find what's best for you. I know for me that's always changing too. I might start out doing something one way and as I get better at it I find there is a better way to do it; for me. I'll normally try anything once and decide if it's for me.
I don't alwasy wash fabric first; depends on the fabric and color. I'm learning to quilt at home because I can't afford to send it out. I'd probably send some out if I could afford it. There are some really tallented LA out there. I've tied quilts and SITD quilts; depends on the quilt. I don't worry about binding being on the bias unless its on curves. I love hand applique and piecing and I have machines older than me and my Ruby isn't even a yr old and I love embroidery too.
I'm like the weather, I'm constantly changing as the need warrants it. I learn more things, which I love doing and then decide if I want to stick to my old ways or try the new things.
The world would be so boring if we all were the same and did everything the same way.