Old 10-21-2015, 07:23 PM
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maryellen2u
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Originally Posted by Lucio View Post
If possible, I would strongly recommend taking a very basic beginner's quilting class. There you will be introduced to the essential tools and techniques. Gathering your supplies can be an expensive experience if you don't know what you are doing. The price of the class will be worth it if it keeps you from unnecessary purchases.
I think this is probably the best advice so far on the board. Choose a good local quilt shop (LQS) with a kind knowledgeable teacher. Then start looking at quilts dreaming of the day when you can create that special...
Soon you will have to change your "board name" because you will no longer be a newbie! hehehe! Welcome to our friendly helpful board and to a great life time hobby (oops obsession!)
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