Originally Posted by romille

What is the most inexpensive type of quilt to make, that would be good for either straight line quilting or a FMQ newb? I just finished my second quilt; I have gotten good at piecing, but need a lot more practice before my FMQ is any good.

My mother was asking me about making a quilt for her last night, but the fabric is too expensive for her. Her bed is an extended queen, so it would require close to a king size amount of fabric. I am wondering if you guys know a secret to making inexpensive quilts. I am just starting out, so I don't have a big stash yet, nor enough scraps for a big scrap quilt.