I would and did. It was fun and you learned about color as you made your blocks. I used scrap and went home and then did the blocks using the good fabric. That way if there were any mistakes it was not the best fabric getting wasted and the teacher could help if there was a problem. But take it from me --make sure you have a sharp un-picker. Every one needs it even the more experienced quilter and if you make tiny holes in your work when you get home you will avoid the same mistakes with your good fabric. I suggest the second hand shop or old clothes and fabrics for practice.