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03-01-2011, 07:13 AM

#61

auntpatty

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I use to be real shy also, but it's something you just don't get out of unless you really want to. I had to keep working on it. Get out their and keep trying it is worth it and you never know who you might meet. Have fun!

03-01-2011, 07:45 AM

#62

k9dancer

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Originally Posted by QBeth

Taking a class will help you two ways - improve your quiltinng skills and, in coming out of your shell. In my opinion, it's hard to find an unfriendly quilter. Most are very eager to help, especially a newbie!! Just remember, when you take the class, you're there to learn but not necessarily to finish something!!!! I can't stress that enough.

I was very much like you about my first class. Did I have enough skills to even warrant taking up space in a class? Would the others just laugh at my attempts? Look down on my little Pfaff Hobby machine? How would I ever keep up?!!

Happy to say that all my fears were totally unfounded! :-) The others in the class were wonderful; happy, helpful people. They even complimented me on my little machine and how light weight it is; they had to lug their big Berninas up to the second floor classroom. Ugh! The only problem was me :-( nervous, rattled, tried too hard to keep pace with the others. Then, I realized, most of the others were experienced quilters and signed up for the class not only to learn a new pattern (which they probably could have learned on their own) but, more importantly to them, they came to be with other quilters!!

Now that I've been quilting for about 15 yrs, I'm now one of those more experienced quilters who come to class, mostly to be with other quilters! My favorite LQS is my favorite hang out spot. Best world I ever entered.

I really hope you can summon your courage and take a class. Go with no expectations other than to "get your feet wet" in this wonderful world of quilting. It will be a good move.

Very well said, QBeth.
I have been a teacher all my life, always teaching creative things. The shyest people sometimes are the most talented, so be sure to go take that class. You have nowhere to go but up.

03-01-2011, 08:24 AM

#63

Gabrielle's Mimi

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Classes are wonderful for the new things you'll learn, but also for meeting other people. Here is the good news: unlike going to a party or a cocktail hour, you and these women already have something in common...quilting. I guarantee you'll never run out of things to talk about. If you are shy, just ask a question of your "neighbor" then sit back and listen. Pretty soon you'll have new friends. Try to think about this: It's not about you, it's about the quilting, and that should take the pressure off you.

03-01-2011, 09:00 AM

#64

My time

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Take a class. Quilters for the most part are a fun and encouraging group of women. Plus you will learn some new tricks. It really is a win win situation

03-01-2011, 09:20 AM

#65

vschieve

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Location: Austin, TX

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Take the class; and every class has something or some bit of information new. Plus it is hands on and you will be surprised how many new friendships will transpire. I love my classes.

03-01-2011, 09:22 AM

#66

thrums

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Location: 25 yrs in TN; now back home in MI

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Originally Posted by linda701

I am new at quilting and know how to use the stitch in a ditchh,quilted two bed quilts that way. My DH says I need to take quilt lessons and learn more. I'm a very quiet and shy person and don't know if it is a good idea or not. Should I just tough it up and take lessons or not? what do you think?

You may also find a local quilter who will give you a private lesson. I was surprised how much I learned when I sat and quilted with a new neighbor. It gave me courage to go into quilt shops and ask more questions.

Visit your local quilt shops, guilds or church groups and see if you are comfortable with the people who give lessons. You'd be surprised at how welcoming some are to new quilters.

03-02-2011, 12:53 PM

#67

silvam

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Location: Bridgeport, CT

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take a class - there is so much to learn - you will get the following from a class - 1-you will learn new ways to quilt 2 - you might find out that there are other shy people and there could be a click - so go ahead try it - good luck and enjoy

03-02-2011, 11:52 PM

#68

wholehog

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Location: Southern California

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Take a class, take a class, take a class.

Usually the local community college has a good beginners class for free or next-to-nothing.

I generally am a wall-flower, and I had a great time, so much so, that I took the class again, with another whole new group of quilters. Loved both classes.

I'm still wondering who I learned more from: the teacher or the other students.....

Take a class..........you'll meet some great new friends.

03-05-2011, 10:20 AM

#69

mayday

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bamamama

I take alot of online classes. That way you can work at your own pace. No pressure.

good idea, I always SID but went to an informal group of 6--10 and have "been out" for my last 46 quilts and do thoroughly enjoy the new found freedom---------GO FOR IT!!!