What Tips would you give to a New Quilter?
08-14-2011, 09:38 AM
#141
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Learn the basics. Learn about straight of grain and bias cut. Do a 9 patch, rail fence or a log cabin. Measure twice, cut once. If you know any quilters in your area, ask for help. I can't believe any quilter would charge or refuse your request. Follow this board, you will learn a LOT! Best wishes on your quilting future.
08-14-2011, 05:51 PM
#144
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Location: Idaho
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Relax and go with the flow. It doesn't matter what others think, as long as you like what you've created.
In the Grand Scheme of Things, which is going to matter more? That all of your points matched or that your quilt kept someone warm and let them know they were loved?
In the Grand Scheme of Things, which is going to matter more? That all of your points matched or that your quilt kept someone warm and let them know they were loved?
08-14-2011, 06:16 PM
#146
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All these tips are good and I agree on them. I read all of them and you will notice one person said to throw out the rules and be creative, and another person said she disagrees...they are both correct, in my experience.
When I first learnt to quilt, it seemed like a lot of things to remember and I guess it was a bit overwhelming. Then, a few years ago I picked up a quilting book and the author explained at the beginning of her book that people have different learning styles. Some of us tend to be more technical, while others are more creative. And we probably or can have a blend of both styles. She wrote and illustrated the book with both types of learning preferences.
What that book did for me was to identify my comfortable learning preference. I can't draw a decent stick figure but I can follow instructions, practice and gain confidence. In life, I'm a rule keeper...not so bad, it probably keeps me out of trouble! But I also appreciate and love the creativity and freedom that other's have in creating their own quilts. Getting out of the "box" is a push for me and is rewarding as well.
In a nutshell: Learn what your own quilting style is.
When I first learnt to quilt, it seemed like a lot of things to remember and I guess it was a bit overwhelming. Then, a few years ago I picked up a quilting book and the author explained at the beginning of her book that people have different learning styles. Some of us tend to be more technical, while others are more creative. And we probably or can have a blend of both styles. She wrote and illustrated the book with both types of learning preferences.
What that book did for me was to identify my comfortable learning preference. I can't draw a decent stick figure but I can follow instructions, practice and gain confidence. In life, I'm a rule keeper...not so bad, it probably keeps me out of trouble! But I also appreciate and love the creativity and freedom that other's have in creating their own quilts. Getting out of the "box" is a push for me and is rewarding as well.
In a nutshell: Learn what your own quilting style is.
08-14-2011, 06:57 PM
#147
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Join Date: Jan 2011
Posts: 251
Originally Posted by NatalieMacDonald
All these tips are good and I agree on them. I read all of them and you will notice one person said to throw out the rules and be creative, and another person said she disagrees...they are both correct, in my experience.
When I first learnt to quilt, it seemed like a lot of things to remember and I guess it was a bit overwhelming. Then, a few years ago I picked up a quilting book and the author explained at the beginning of her book that people have different learning styles. Some of us tend to be more technical, while others are more creative. And we probably or can have a blend of both styles. She wrote and illustrated the book with both types of learning preferences.
What that book did for me was to identify my comfortable learning preference. I can't draw a decent stick figure but I can follow instructions, practice and gain confidence. In life, I'm a rule keeper...not so bad, it probably keeps me out of trouble! But I also appreciate and love the creativity and freedom that other's have in creating their own quilts. Getting out of the "box" is a push for me and is rewarding as well.
In a nutshell: Learn what your own quilting style is.
When I first learnt to quilt, it seemed like a lot of things to remember and I guess it was a bit overwhelming. Then, a few years ago I picked up a quilting book and the author explained at the beginning of her book that people have different learning styles. Some of us tend to be more technical, while others are more creative. And we probably or can have a blend of both styles. She wrote and illustrated the book with both types of learning preferences.
What that book did for me was to identify my comfortable learning preference. I can't draw a decent stick figure but I can follow instructions, practice and gain confidence. In life, I'm a rule keeper...not so bad, it probably keeps me out of trouble! But I also appreciate and love the creativity and freedom that other's have in creating their own quilts. Getting out of the "box" is a push for me and is rewarding as well.
In a nutshell: Learn what your own quilting style is.
08-14-2011, 06:59 PM
#148
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Location: Royse City Texas
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Take a class if you can afford it and get the basics. Use the "search" on this QB for what ever you want to know about and you will be shocked at how many answers you will find! This board is a great resource!!
08-14-2011, 07:03 PM
#149
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Location: Royse City Texas
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Originally Posted by quiltmouse
I just purchased my first walking foot. Is it for quilting only, or do you like to use it to piece, as well?
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