Quilting is my passion and I buy what I can afford. I don't have to have the best tools or the best sewing machine because most of the quilts I make are 'wash and wear' and given away. When I first learnt quilting all you needed was a good pair of scissors and a basic sewing machine. We made our own templates from cardboard etc. and didn't have any fancy tools. However, we still made beautiful quilts.
Nowadays I think that a rotary cutter and a cutting mat are essential. Gadgets and tools are great if you are going to use them most of the time, however, I would rather spend my money on beautiful fabric.
Lastly, let's just enjoy making quilts without having to be concerned about whether we have the best tools or machine or whatever. It's about making beautiful memories.
Last edited by Moonglow; 01-16-2013 at 10:02 PM.