What is your best tip for a complete beginner
#51
I agree with QuiltnNan. I joined the Quilting Board when I started quilting. I have found the answer to every quilting question here. Members are so encouraging and helpful.
#54
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Location: Saginaw Michigan
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I've only been quilting for a little over 2 years now and you have received some of the very best advice possible. I have learned so much reading the QB, everyone here is so eager to give their experienced advice when needed. And go to open sewing, sewing clubs and classes at your local quilt shop, I've learned so much from being a part of different groups and believe me there is a lot to learn. It seems if I am frightened by the prospect of something there is always some one who can walk you through and you discover all types of "short cuts" or methods that make things so much less complicated. Most of all, as advised above, truly enjoy the journey and remember nothing is ever perfect but it's always fun.
#56
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Location: Timmins, Ont. Canada
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#60
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Location: Heart of Colorado's majestic mountains!
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Start learning to quilt your projects from the beginning. Regard it another technique to grow in. FMQ does take lots of practice but so does cutting and stitching correctly. You do need good tools-but not too many! You do need good fabric. Poor fabric will always yield a poor product just as surely as poor techniques will yield a poor product. Find good quilting friends and share experiences-learn from them and let them learn from you. If you want to grow in your ability to quilt well seek out people who will be honest with you. Keep it simple to start with and grow in your technique. Most of have faith in yourself-you can do it!
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