You owe it to yourself to check out this site to learn a lot.
http://tutorials.missouriquiltco.com/
Great stuff easy to understand and do.
I have quilted for many years but found out new ways that I never knew were possible. Does anyone else have a project stuck in your drawer that you wish you would have used an easy method to do?? I have a really pretty peach with a burgandy/red print and neat green that I started chain piecing but wish I had know about half squares and a few other shortcuts. Live and learn I guess. Hope you find this helpful.