I started with EQ8 and was somewhat intimidated by it, at first, but purchased the EQ8 Lessons for Beginners book and am currently working through the lessons and am learning how to use the software. So far so good with understanding how to navigate around and use the program
I've run across the EQ8 course listed by lyric girl and figured after I finish the lesson book I may decide to do that as well only if needed.
The program is very powerful, to say the least - I highly recommend EQ8 if you're planning to design your own quilts. I purchased EQ8 vs EQ7 as it's the latest format and I expect that I'll be using it for quite awhile.
Looks like CT has the lesson book on sale for a great price right now too!
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