Originally Posted by
LauraClayton
I am totally new to quilting and very nervous about where to begin. I was wondering what the best project to begin with would be. I don't have a sewing machine so I will be doing the stitching by hand until I can get one. Also, what brand and type of machine is suggested?
Laura,
I used to teach beginning quilting, the first projects I taught were the 4 patch and 9 patch blocks.
I suggest you stay away from the new Singer machines. Older machines from the early 70s and older are great, they will last much longer than a cheap new machine. A Singer 237 is a good starter machine, it has 2 stitches; straight and zig zag. My machine was electric, but the motor didn't work any more, so its a treadle now.
Sharon