COYOTEMAGIC

Ditto! She sounds more like the Quilt Police than a teacher. I'm also self/book taught. Do what YOU want when it comes to any part of quilting. I prewash everything. I use different types of fabric in a quilt. I fold over my backing to use as a binding. I use Elmers School Glue to baste my quilt. I do whatever the heck I want!! If it doesn't come out the way I like it, I've got a seam ripper and a washing machine.

Just tell her to Kiss your beginner basic machine!!! (mine is made by Brother, lol)