.Join some type of quilting group. You will enjoy the inspiration you get from others, and have experienced quilters to answer your questions.
.Don't buy every piece of fabric you think is pretty. It's easy to get too much stash. It can be overwhelming.
.Finish one project before starting another. I wound up with 25 UFOs and spent 3 years completing all of them before I would let myself go on.
.Buy quality thread and tools.