I learned from books (no Internet back then and I didn't know about quilt shops!) and learned a lot. BUT-----how I love the current ways of learning! Youtube, blogs, websites....it's getting better all the time!!!!!! WOOOHOOOO!!!!!
I really recommend taking one beginner class even if you are "not a class person". I am self taught and taught myself some stuff (rotary cutting among them) so that I do things really strangely, though what I do works for me. Best to learn right the first time!!!!