Gramily

Never quilt when you are tired. use the best tools and fabric/thread you can. Challenge yourself with each new project. We all start at the beginning. Take baby steps. Ask for help before you need it.

TeddyB1967

I am still a newbie and can't really give much advice. However, I want to share a link to a little tutorial for getting those "perfect" corners.
http://sew4home.com/tips-resources/s...n-finished-hem

This has saved me many headaches :thumbup:

srhncl

[/quote]1. Pressing is a good thing and will save time in the long run.
2. Clip threads as you go because it is a pain in the backside to wait until the end.
3. Quality fabric and supplies can be found in many places. Don't let anyone convince you that quality can only be had at the LQS.
4. You don't need a fancy pants machine to make beautiful quilts (although they are fun toys to have). Our pioneer foremothers made beautiful quilts with nothing more than needles and/or treadle machines. Only buy a fancy machine if you really want one.
5. Don't let the weird stares bother you when you are studying the tile pattern on the floor in the public restroom for inspiration.
And, most importantly,
6. Don't let anyone make you feel inferior because you are just starting on your quilting journey. Your artistic vision is just as valid as theirs.[/quote]

HAHA!! I LOVE number 5!!! That is great :)

pcraddock

MAKE SURE THE LIGHTING IS GOOD , IT TOO CAN MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE IN YOUR QUILTING , TAKE YOUR TIME , DONT GET IN A HURRY OR SOME WHERE DOWN THE ROAD TO FINISHING YOUR QUILT YOU'LL BE SORRY THAT YOUHURRIED , ENJOY QUILTING , I LOVE IT ,

mrs. fitz

Above all, enjoy what you're doing.

Iraxy

The book I started quilting with was Learning to Quilt, a beginners guide. It is published by Leisure Arts, and is fairly inexpensive ( I got it when it was $5.95 but I noticed recently it has gone to 10.95) It starts out with a rail fence and works your way through the Lemoyne star and goose tracks. Easy to follow directions about placement of the blocks. batting, and binding. It is my go to book when I am unsure of how to do something. Recently, I have found out faster ways to do things, but the basics this book instilled in me live on.
Be accurate, measure twice, cut once, try everything at least once and mostly have a good time. Build good habits and you will be a "quilt crazy" real soon :)

wolflady

Always remember we are human, we all make mistakes. Just learn from your mistakes and next time, you will better.

Monika

I would say: Don't forget your library can be a good resource for the basics. Don't point out your mistakes to people. They won't notice if you don't show them!

brushandthimble

cut your threads as you go, and press your seams from the top to eliminate the little pucker you can get when pressing from the back.

Phannie1

That was really good. Thanks from an old timer.