Katiebear1...I think I understand what you meant to say. I too am in the infant stage of this wonderful world of quilting. We, as newbies, are still trying to learn the basics of making a quilt. We, as newbies, are still learning how to square our blocks, make our seams match, attempt to sandwich a quilt with minal lumps, do some form of quilting, and put on binding with good corners. Due to lack of experience, supplies, and probably money, we are attempting to do this as simple and basic as possible. There are many supplies, rulers, and wonderful machines that are not at our level of experience. They will come! As we learn and improve our skills we will feel that what we produce will warrant something better. You may excell in doing your quilts all by hand whereas some of us (me included) look forward to getting new toys. New toys cost money, and since this a hobby, will come later. I have admired ANY quilt..no matter how simple or intricate. Someone has taken the time to design the quilt. ALL quilts are beautiful and made with love. The only one cheated, is the one who can not see the beauty. (IMHO)