I like your hobby. :-D

I'd suggest you check with Hancock's and see if they have any suggestions. The Hancock's near here used to do occasional block of the month's programs. The manager may also be able to suggest a church group, guild, bee, or individual who would be happy to help get you started. A sampler is a good way to learn. You might also check your library for books and instructions. The web is also full of tutorials, videos, patterns and ideas. Good luck.

I want to send a big THANK YOU to everybody here. Looks like I need to do some research on the sewing machines & start to make out a Christmas wish list. :)

welcome from North Texas. Glad you found the QB. Looks like you are getting lots of help.

Welcome! We will be passing thru your territory next month.

Experience is the best teacher. I found the book "Quilting for Dummies" very helpful.

There are also alot of youtubes for basic beginning so take advantage of the internet.
The folks here are so very helpful, too!

Hello, and welcome from Michigan!
Have fun making your wish list!

Welcome from Adrian, MI

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Hi Becky, first I want to welcome you to the board. Check out criagslist for a nice sewing machine. I bought a Singer 301 for about 100 dollars it has a wonderful stitch just as nice my Bernina. Now it does only straight stitch. So that maybe something you need to think about. The older machines are great work horses. they are made out of metal.

Exactly! And don't forget your local second hand shop..try mens 100% cotton plaid shirts! bonnie hunter has a book out called shirt tails or something like that. she has a great site on line..with all scrap quilts!

http://quiltville.com/stringquiltingprimer.shtml

Muslin is cheap, you could get bleached or unbleached to use as sashing..and backing.

check your local churches or senior center for a quilt gathering.

check out the library for quilt books..!

Welcome and get to it!