I would learn there are no rules. It is your creation and can be anything you want. But I agree to start on a smaller project so you can have a sense of accomplishment sooner.

Great advice ladies!!!


Measure, measure,measure then cut.. refrain from the short cuts...

Starch your fabric! Makes it easier to handle!

Be patient with yourself......you will get better. :wink:

If you like your first project, you need to pat yourself on the back and give yourself a big compliment. If you don't like it, analyze why and learn.

The only Quilt Police are in your head.

Speaking as a brand new quilter, these are all great tips. I'd also add find a few reference books that you are comfortable with - you may be able to check them out from your library to find out which ones you like. I particularly like Harriet Hargrave's Quilters Academy series.

Don't be afraid to ask questions.

Cheers, K

It's okay to not know something.

It's also okay to get confused and frustrated when one asks a question that seems like it "should/would" have only right answer and one gets several options.

If you have a question, come to the quilting board!
You'll get lots of expert advice from those who are a step or two (or 200) ahead of you. Then sift through it and pick what 'feels' right to you. After all, it's your project, you can do it however you want to, but heeding experienced advice can save you from lots of silly mistakes that could have been easily avoided (like my trying to do a log cabin out of varing wale widths of corduroy as my second or third quilt and attempting a scant 1/4" seam to do it!) My seam ripper is my friend on this UFO for sure!

You must master accurate cutting and 1/4" seams! Ask me how I know. :shock:

Same here.