Learn to machine quilt. I hand quilted my first quilt and then dropped quilting for years because it took much too long to complete a project. Both methods are great, it just about what you are looking to do.
I agree with a previous post on the Big Book of Quilting. I got it out of my library and it really helped me learn things like how to make and sew a quilt binding. You should be able to get some great introductory books on quilting from your local library.
My two favorite tips are: Iron! and get a 1/4" presser foot. Sewing a scant 1/4" seam and proper pressing are critical to getting your blocks to look right.