Welcome! I’m also new to quilting, new to this board and am in Chicago. I started out sewing garments years ago and began quilting this year. All my other crafting hobbies have taken a backseat to this quilting thing, LOL!
This board is the best resource I’ve seen for quilting. I’m not that active on here but I read as much as I can. I appreciate all of the views and experiences shared by the members. They are gold!
Best to you on your new quilting adventure!