knottypearl-welcome!! How exciting to be at the beginning stages of quilting!! It's hard to believe I have been at it a bit over 2yrs myself! You will love all of it-especially the people!! You will love all quilters! They are full of love, ideas much fabric and always a book to share:0). Maybe you can share with us about the workshop. Was it hand stitching or machine piecing? We would love to see pictures of your work in progress. Glad you have come to be a quilter here with the rest of us:0)> Welcome!! Skeat