I stumbled on this board as I was looking for inspiration and encouragement to pursue my own colorway for an upcoming quilt class!
(The class sample is shown one way, with the fabric names and article numbers given to buy supplies-but I'd rather use a different color scheme and I'm pretty inexperienced, but enthusiastic! Am I asking for trouble and confusion??)
Anyway-hi! Looking forward to reading all kinds of tips and ideas to spur me on!

Welcome! You've come to the right place. TONS of inspiration and fun here! :D:D
PS. And it's very addicting!

you will find lots and lots of inspiration here and if you ever have a question, quilting or not, just ask their are many people on here to help.

Welcome! Do it in the colors you want. Just make yourself a little guide to show you what colors that you're substituting with what and you'll be fine.

Good Luck!!

welcome do it in the colors your like. just make notes to show which color replaces the colors you where given for the class.. have fun

Welcome from Georgia,

Welcome to the board from Southern California!!!!

Thank you all! Duh on the color guide...sometimes I get in my own way. Often. :)

Hello, and welcome aboard from Georgia!

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Hello and welcome from California.

Hello from Minnesota. Welcome.

Hi and welcome from England. There is so much inspiration on this board, it's almost overwhelming. Addictive? who said it is addictive? After all I should have been asleep half an hour ago and still lots to do and try and think about and admire and and and

By all means do your own color choice.
Make a list of the (fabrics), just as they suggest. Then... next to each fabric selection make a note (and maybe even put a sample) of the fabric you have decided to use.

Welcome from MI

Welcome to the quilting board!! You will find loads of ideas, inspiration and some friends along the way!! As others have suggested, make your quilt in colours you like. I usually snip tiny bits of the fabric and tape them beside the cutting instructions so I don't get confused. Also, just make sure you substitute dark for dark and light for light if you like the pattern the class is using. That way, the pattern will show up the way it is designed to. (did that make any sense at all??) Good luck and welcome!

Welcome to the board from Michigan.

Karenchi-Is that a photo of a real puppy? He/she is adorable...

AAhhh...that does make sense. The pattern is very neat (actually, it's "Cottage Rose" pattern for the Joann's class Quilting 202 that starts next Monday night.) I think I may be in over my head!

Welcome from NJ. Quilting is all about what makes you happy. Do it your own way is what i say.

Welcome to the board from Iowa. This is a great learning and fun filled place.

welcome!

Hello, and welcome from Michigan!

Hello from New York,,we are artist and nothing is ever wrong....now wheres my ripper...:)

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Hello, welcome and happy quilting from Germany!

Welcome from Michigan.

Welcome from the middle of the mitten. This is a great site full of helps, inspiration, and like mined friends. Enjoy your stay

Welcome from WV. Better to be confused than hate what you are doing.

Hello from another KC,Mo person. We could be neighbors. Love this site.

welcome from se TX

Welcome from West Central Illinois. I have two daughters and their families that live in the KC area. I visit often. Do you have a favorite quilt shop you like to visit? I love to go when I'm there, but want a recommendation from a real customer. Thanks!

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Hello and Welcome to the board :D:D:D

Hello and welcome Michigan!

Hi. Welcome from SE IA. You'll love this board...very inspirational and helpful people:)

Welcome!

Welcome from San Gabriel California

Welcome. Quilting is all about letting your creativity show. Do not follow the crowd.