Youtubes are great, aren't they? I pick up so much from watching them. I've watched a few of the Craftsy classes on FMQ and learned a lot. Some are worth the money and some, sadly, are not. My favorite class is the pieced borders class. Easy math tricks to help measure appropriately.
I stayed outside side longer than planned...then cleaned bathrooms...ugh! I'm off to sew. Good job, Cathy! What a relief to know you are ready to go when ready to tackle LA, I'm sure. Preparing backing and batting is my least favorite about quilting. I'd rather bind.