I too am a new quilter. I am from Kentucky. South Central KY. Where are you from? I am looking for a quilt show pal. I love looking at quilts. I am amazed by them and want to make lots. So far I have only made one baby quilt. Started a lap quilt and am doing a rag quilt. I am a professional seamstress. I do bridal alterations. I don't know much about quilting. I have been looking at them,whenever I get a chance. I am collectioning magazines and photo's of them and trying to learn what I can. PM me sometime. Cindy