Hi! I am a true newbie from San Antonio, Tx. I have been admiring quilts that others have made for quite some time. And though I only own one, I've been wanting to learn how to make my own for years. Now as I draw closer to retirement, I find that I really want to learn how now. I hope this doesn't sound insane though...I need to learn how to sew first! I hope my years as a microbiologist will help me in the details! If anyone can help with suggestions of how I should start, I would appreciate it. In fact, if there are threads I should read that would help please share with me. Oh, do y'all think my basic singer sewing machine, 5838c, can get me started or should I start saving for a much better sewing machine? Thanks ladies!

Welcome from coastal central Florida!
You might want to check out a local quilt store for a basic class. See if there is a local quilt guild. Check out books from your library. If you are more of a do-it-yourself type there are Tutorials on the Board and tons of YouTube videos. It's basically mastering the scant 1/4" seam and keeping everything squared up. Getting better takes a lifetime of fun!

Welcome from Kansas

Welcome from Kentucky! Have fun on your new adventure!

Welcome from Orangevale, California (Northern California)!

Ditto and welcome from Oklahoma

Welcome from Michigan.:)

Hi and welcome to the board from Southern California!

Welcome. Start out slow and simple. I taught myself 2 yrs ago with a library book from the 1960's! U can do it! We r here to help! My first machine was a basic from walmart.

We love Newbies! Welcome for the Florida Panhandle.