1/4 inch foot for your sewing machine!! they are great!!

Pins, a ruler

I would make a list, then go online and compare prices. Check out the different fabric stores. JoAnn's has different coupons you can use on line but I did find out really lookover their coupons. I took a coupon in and it was for certain items at 50% off but was only good on one item. They did use it on the highest priced item though.. You can also go to Missouri Star Quilt Co. and they have a tutorial for the beginner quilter starting supplies. Have fun!

The best investment for starting is a 1/4 " foot. You don't need a lot of things for the first quilt just the basics already mentioned. Because you are doing a QAYG you will need the batting right away. Read ALL of the pattern directions before you start and make sure you understand everything. You can ask for help on this board if you need it. You can also find most patterns free on the internet so check that out too. And remember to have FUN!

Budget!! Decide before hand how much you are willing to spend and then stop!!

I love the idea that you need patience!! Sooo true! :)

The only thing I can add is good lighting!

I'm also a new quilter. First one I used the poly batting. Then started using the Warm &Natural cotton. Before I use it, I put it in the dryer and sure does take alot of the lint off and it's easier to sew with than the poly. Keeps my machine much cleaner, too. :)

Thank you everyone for your help! You have been a great blessing forsure! Pretty much all you have mentioned I do have... except the 1/4 foot! and thank you for the batting help... I think I have a better understanding of what I need to get!!

Storage. This is what I use to keep my thread from getting dusty. You can also use these boxes for extra feet, pins, needles....anything small. I love them!!

Sign up for a beginning quilter's class! I have been sewing for over 50 years but never quilted. I learned so much in that class that I would never have learned on my own. Plus, it was very comforting to know that there was someone there to answer my questions.