I took a a beginner class with my sister who was just starting to quilt and didn't want to go alone. Because I had been making quilts for some time I kept my mouth shut and did exactly as she said...never mind I could have done what we were making in at least half the time. As we went along there were questions from the beginners and some would say, "my question may sound stupid but" and would ask the question. She said, "there are no stupid questions, just stupid answers and you have to find what works for you. These are the basics that you are learning." My sister is now a big time quilter but sometimes she will call me and if I can't help her I find someone who can.