Don't get overwhelmed! A cutting mat, 6 by 24" ruler, seam ripper, a pencil will get you started. I made several quilts with only these few supplies. Since you mentioned your doing a quilt as you as you go method I strongly recommend a walking foot for your machine. It will make your sewing so much more injoyable. Those seams can get pretty thick using this method. Once you have one, you'll have it and use it forever.