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    Old 11-20-2013, 07:14 PM
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    Originally Posted by QuiltnNan
    my biggest tip would be to join the Quilting Board for the best advice on anything and everything quilty.
    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.
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    Old 11-20-2013, 07:23 PM
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    Have fun! And more fun
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    Old 11-20-2013, 09:01 PM
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    Don't point out mistakes, no ones sees them other than the maker
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    Old 11-21-2013, 03:46 AM
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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.
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    Old 11-21-2013, 03:55 AM
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    Join a guild.... You will meet a lot of nice quilters and learn a lot from them...workshops, retreats, trunk shows, quilt shows, there is so much to share and learn...have fun...
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    Old 11-21-2013, 04:15 AM
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    Originally Posted by QuiltnNan
    my biggest tip would be to join the Quilting Board for the best advice on anything and everything quilty.
    I agree with you whole heartedly. This QB has been my biggest & best piece of advice & inspiration.
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    Old 11-21-2013, 04:21 AM
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    Take a beginner class. I learned so much in that Quilting 101 course.
    If you buy cheap, you'll most likely get cheap material.
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    Old 11-21-2013, 04:42 AM
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    Start with EASY patterns. Then progress as you get more experience. It will save you lots of frustration to take it a little at a time.
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    Old 11-21-2013, 05:08 AM
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    Keep it simple. Progress slowly. And try to learn something new with each project.
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    Old 11-21-2013, 05:43 AM
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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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