I always wash my fabric before cutting.
I get the best buy I can get on nice fabric wherever it is sold.
I don't hesitate to use starch if the fabric needs it.
I steam, or not, whatever I think that particular fabric needs.
I have a vintage machine, and it works beautifully.
I prefer piecing, but have done a little applique.
I tried PP once, and liked it, but have not done any since.
I prefer hand quilting, but have had a LA quilter quilt a couple of quilts for me.
I tied one quilt on request years ago, and didn't like it.
I make my own binding and cut it 2 1/2", then fold in half and press. I sew it to the front on machine, then fold to the back and hand stitch.
I think the process of making a quilt is a personal choice, and I never saw one I didn't think was pretty, in it's own way.