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    Old 04-22-2011, 06:55 AM
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    You can either start with a simple pattern like a nine patch or Warm Wishes or start a sampler, which is a bunch of different patterns and get experience in different techniques. There are some good sampler books out there and I'd suggest getting one. Make sure it is for a beginner so you can understand the lingo. There are lots of free block patterns on line but some of them don't download true to size, I have found. That is ok if the quilt is all the same block but if you have different blocks they need to be the same size to put in a sampler. PM me anytime and if I can help I will. There are many people here with lots of knowledge and willing to help you if you get stuck. I'v quilted for years and I still learn things from the folks on this site. Enjoy and Welcome.
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    Old 04-22-2011, 08:04 AM
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    welcome from se TX -- getting started is hard for me too and have made quite a few quilts
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    Old 04-22-2011, 08:07 AM
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    hello Australia, my mom is from New Zealand
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    Old 04-22-2011, 08:15 AM
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    Welcome from Kansas
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    Old 04-22-2011, 08:17 AM
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    I am in Indianapolis, IN
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    Old 04-22-2011, 08:18 AM
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    welcome you will love it. are you near a place that gives classes?
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    Old 04-22-2011, 08:38 AM
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    Originally Posted by kwhite
    RAHHH RAHHH RAHHHHH. SISBOOMBAHHHHH!!! You Can Do IT!!!!!!!!


    Try a 9 patch. It is very easy and it will give you lots of practice with cutting and seams.
    Ditto! froggyintexas
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    Old 04-22-2011, 09:05 AM
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    Yes I am but right now I am in a leg cast
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    Old 04-22-2011, 10:32 AM
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    Hello from Western Mountain Maryland !! :-D
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    Old 04-22-2011, 11:40 AM
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    Welcome from San Gabriel, California
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