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newbie quilter 07-23-2010 08:38 AM
Hi, I am the newbie quilter. I know how to sew, but not how to quilt. i have a hard time learning how to cut blocks and strips. But, I will eventually get it. Besides, this is just to say hello everybody. So, hello.

smtp5 07-23-2010 09:04 AM
Just take your time, and it will get easier! I always iron my fabric before i cut it. Try buying a small kit, or start with squares and sew them together.
Welcome from Texas!

978gray 07-23-2010 09:12 AM
Welcome from Massachusetts.

There are many pre cut cuts that are easy to do. If you are close to Joanns they always have a block of the month going on. You can also find kits at online quilt shops.

Keep looking around the board. Statret with something small so you do not overwhelm yourself and you'll be a pro pretty quick.

leaha 07-23-2010 09:19 AM
welcome from KY

franie 07-23-2010 09:21 AM
Hi and welcome from Alaska!

MinnieKat 07-23-2010 09:24 AM
Hello there, welcome from northern Minnesota!

arpdesigns28 07-23-2010 10:11 AM
Originally Posted by newbie quilter
Hi, I am the newbie quilter. I know how to sew, but not how to quilt. i have a hard time learning how to cut blocks and strips. But, I will eventually get it. Besides, this is just to say hello everybody. So, hello.
I myself am pretty new to the quilting world, and have received wonderful advice from other more experienced quilters. On that note, I would suggest going to the local quilt shop or even google the local quilt groups and get into one of those- they are a wonderful asset to the beginning quilter. And, make sure you have a good rotary cutter (65mm and a 45mm are good, Olfa and Fiskars), a large cutting mat, and a clear 36" length quilter's ruler for cutting. Also, if you do lots of quilting, you will need to have plenty of rotary blades, as they tend to get dull if you cut a lot. I do a ton of cutting, and have to have a stash as a result. Let me know what specifically you need to know in terms of cutting, I may be able to pass on some of the good advice given to me. :0)

ann clare 07-23-2010 10:12 AM
Welcome from Ireland

Judy_M 07-23-2010 11:44 AM
Hello from Arizona

LeeAnn 07-23-2010 12:50 PM
Welcome. You will love it here. If you have any questions don't be afraid to ask. There is always someone here to help. It does get easier and the journey is always great.

CarrieAnne 07-23-2010 01:20 PM
Welcome!

MamaBear61 07-23-2010 02:15 PM
Hello and welcome from Ontario.

dkabasketlady 07-23-2010 02:38 PM
Hi and welcome from the sunny state of Florida!!

NCquilter 07-23-2010 02:56 PM
Hello from North Carolina!

GrammaNan 07-23-2010 08:44 PM
Glad to meet you. Welcome from Colorado.

littlehud 07-24-2010 06:37 PM
Hello and welcome from SW Iowa. Glad to have you here.

Jim's Gem 07-24-2010 09:03 PM
Welcome to the board from Southern California!!!

amma 07-25-2010 08:33 PM
Hello and Welcome to the board :D:D:D

walen 07-28-2010 07:08 PM
Hello and welcome from Idaho. I'm glad you joined the board.


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