How many of you
#81
With one year of "home ec" and encouragement from my grandmother I began by sewing dollclothes/stuffed animals and my own/my husband and my kids clothes. By the time the late 1970s arrived I was starting to quilt, as well. I have never taken a quilting class, I've just read a lot of books, watch quilting shows on TV and was of the belief that practice can make perfect (actually more like... good enough for me not to feel embarrassed by others knowing I created it). Yes, I admit over the years I've had my share of disasters (in all areas of sewing) but still I never gave up on sewing... and I'm so thankful I didn't!
#83
Self taught with the aid of books! I couldn't "design" one if my life depended on it. I have to have a pattern, but I love making them and consider my fabric choices as my artistic contribution.
Roxanne
Roxanne
#88
I am self-taught although my mother did a lot of quilting. When my mother passed away I inherited the many quilts she had made and that sparked my interest. About this same time I had a grandson on the way so it was the perfect time to begin with a baby quilt. Many great tutorials on Internet helped when I first started. Then....I found this site which has given me so many hints on things I was doing wrong. Love you all!
#90
I'm mostly self taught, but I DO like classes as they help you learn difficult techniques more quickly, and you learn so much not just from the instructor, but from other quilters. And not just the stuff the class is for, but things like other quilter's color selections, classes they have had and enjoyed, and how to smuggle fabric into the house! :)
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