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    Old 10-16-2010, 01:26 AM
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    I just rec'd that book in the mail. I can't wait to make one!
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    one of my first quilts was a log cabin from the Quilt in a Day book...Eleanor Burns
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    Old 10-16-2010, 03:15 AM
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    Great book! I'm working on 2 right now. My 2nd and 3rd tops!
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    Old 10-16-2010, 08:08 AM
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    Originally Posted by EmsMom
    Hi everyone,

    I just finished by first quilt a week or so ago (it was a rag quilt). I know very little about quilting. I figured a rag quilt was a good quilt to start with as it seemed pretty simple.

    I am wondering what my next project should be..... The only quilting experience I have is the rag quilt. I am trying to learn as much as I can online, etc. I am just stumped on what I should try next . . . maybe just another rag quilt . . . . what would you suggest?

    Thanks!
    Just Google "Free quilting patterns" and you will find more than you could ever believe. Also try http:/www.allpeoplequilt.com. They have lots of easy ones. For me, I usually choose my fabric first and let it speak to me as to what it should become.
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    Old 10-16-2010, 08:22 AM
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    There is a tote bag pattern in that book too for the log cabin. I think I will try that first after I am done my other topping.
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    I just rec'd that book in the mail. I can't wait to make one!
    Originally Posted by slk350
    one of my first quilts was a log cabin from the Quilt in a Day book...Eleanor Burns
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    Old 10-16-2010, 09:02 AM
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    Maybe try a 9 patch ... or Yellow Brick Road ... or Take 5. Those are three simple patterns...
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    Old 10-16-2010, 09:06 AM
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    I teach the Disappearing 9 Patch to new quilters. It teaches good 1/4" seaming, matching up "corners" and fabric selection. It's really easy and comes out so pretty.
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    Old 10-16-2010, 09:14 AM
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    Ask.com/quilting has some free easy patterns and good instructions. Look for patterns without too many small pieces, while you are learning, bigger pieces will make it easier for you.
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    Old 10-16-2010, 09:42 AM
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    Congrats on your rag quilt!! If memory serves me, I think my first quilt was a rag quilt, too. Do you have a pic to show us??

    I agree about the disappearing 9 patch. It's so easy and quick!
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    Old 10-16-2010, 10:37 AM
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    you could make a four patch block or perhaps a nine patch. that has more seams to match.
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    Old 10-16-2010, 10:50 AM
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    Do an easy pattern. rain fence, and some that have been sugested under another posting related to jelly rolls.
    Do a simple one next until you get comfortable with piecing. Don't be too complicated until you fee a bit more sure.
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