I was a clothing maker, so had some experience in tailoring and home dec. When I started machine embroidery I had lots of designs I was testing for my designer friend on denim. I made a quilt just by the hair of my chinny chin chin (not so funny now I'm getting older!!) I didn't know how to square up, so I took a beginning quilting class and the rest is history. You do need help no matter how much sewing you have done because things are done differently in quilting. And reading and I didn't have youtube. Just try simple at first and then branch out. I started Bonnie Hunters first mystery Carolina Crossroads - had I known how complex it was I would never have started it. But it turned out gorgeous and I was so proud. I have made everyone of Bonnies mysteries and I learn something everytime.