Good Advice for a Newbie??
#11
Take your time and go slow
measure twice, cut once
read directions all the way through and make a test block
It's a lot like painting. Most of the work in the preparation.
Don't get upset if you think you made a mistake. that is when creativity starts.
It is only fabric.
Have fun.
peace
measure twice, cut once
read directions all the way through and make a test block
It's a lot like painting. Most of the work in the preparation.
Don't get upset if you think you made a mistake. that is when creativity starts.
It is only fabric.
Have fun.
peace
#13
I've learned in the exact same way...the hard way. Lessons learned hard are better remembered. But we all are here to help with just about anything. I'd say pick projects that challenge you but not overwhelm. Work outside the comfort zone a little at a time. Your skill will naturally advance all on it's own.
#16
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Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 94
Welcome from Minnesota! All really good advice here. Use this forum a lot. Check out the tutorials at Missouri Star Quilt Company ( I love Jennie Doan). Check out "About Quilting.com", there is lots of good advice there too. Don't be afraid to ask questions, there are many seasoned quilters out there that learn something new everyday. Don't waste your money on a lot of rulers. I got by for years with a 4 x 18. After buying nearly every color of thread on the market I learned that I can make almost any quilt with gray. Most of all, HAVE FUN and keep your first quilts. You will cherish them in years to come.
#18
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Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: Upstate NY
Posts: 227
A timesaver fo me would have been starting my quilt journal with my very first quilt. You should document your work with pictures and descriptions give credit where it is due. Take the credit for your modifications and your own designs, when you get to that point. I just did my journal after over 15 years of quilting. I couldn't remember the details on several and a couple I didn't even have pictures, only a memory of them. Also it is a great tool for you to follow your own improvement. Welcome to the Board! Learn how to post pictures in your thread when you have specific questions and the support here is overwhelming.
#20
Follow your heart, trust your eye - It's ok to learn them the hardway (sometimes they stick better!) and that gives you the experience! When you get stuck, come here and ask a question - you'll have lots of options to make a decision from to go forward with!!
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