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Wow. thanks Carolyn! Thanks IMS!
NS Carolyn McCarty wrote: Welcome, Debbie! Natalie is right, IMNSHO. By picking out a small, simple project with clear instructions, and by measuring and cutting as carefully as you can, you'll do just fine. I've done two quilts that I machine-pieced and then hand-quilted. It's a good way to go, as the most relaxing part of the project is the hand quilting. We're all looking forward to hearing more about your quilting, your stash, and what kind of chocolate you enjoy. |
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Take classes from your local quilt store --- or sometimes they are
offered through a city recreation department or community college. Join a guild. Watch Simply Quilts on HGTV or DIY. Midge Julia Altshuler wrote in message news:guF1c.456058$I06.5151391@attbi_s01... Debbie Williamson wrote: Hi my name is Debbie and I'm new here and to quilting. Can anyone tell me the best place to start quilting. It is all new to me. I have many books and want to learn. But all the cutting and fitting has me worried. I really would like to machine piece and hand quilt. Does this sound like it would work. I need all the help and tips I can get. How do you best learn anything new? Do you learn well from books? Are you better with an instructor? Do you find videos helpful? Everyone's answer will be different. Take what worked in the past and do it again. Me, I took beginner quilt classes at a privately owned local quilt store (LQS) and was highly satisfied with the advice and instruction. Machine piecing and hand quilting is a common combination that many do. That will work. If you've tried cutting and are having a specific problem, describe what you're doing and what's going wrong. We'll try to help. If the problem is that you're just worried, the best advice is to dive in and try. --Lia |
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My first quilt was a baby quilt in the log cabin design. The dark colors
were solid rainbow colors, the light fabric all whites. Log cabin and rail fence are nice beginning patterns because as long as you use consistent seam allowance size, it doesn't have to be a perfect 1/4". A baby quilt was a nice size because it was "doable". "Quilt in a day" books are good for beginners. For a reference book, Fons and Porter's Quilter's Complete Guide is good (my binding is worn out and I need to purchase a new copy. I use this for EVERY quilt I make in some way or another it seems). Good luck. Post questions often here. Gina in IL |
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Eli wrote:
For a reference book, Fons and Porter's Quilter's Complete Guide is good (my binding is worn out and I need to purchase a new copy. You don't need to buy a new copy just because the binding is worn out. Take it to Kinko's or OfficeMax or someplace like that and have them put a spiral binding on it. Or just punch it for a 3 ring binder. I had the spiral binding put on mine soon after I bought it, because it opens flat and is easier to use. I have also done this with some paperbound cookbooks that I use a lot. Julia in MN -- This message has been scanned for viruses by Norton Anti-Virus http://mail.chartermi.net/~jaccola/ |
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Hi Debbie :-)
If at all possible, don't use the very puffy batting in your first quilt, as it has a tendency to wriggle around a lot when basting. The thinner batting behaves in a much more user-friendly way and is more manageable as you have less bulk to contend with. Piecing by machine, especially if you start with cutting long strips and stitching them together, then cut into rectangles/squares etc can be really enjoyable, as the seams are consistent and results are relatively fast. Bestest, Lynn "Debbie Williamson" wrote in message ... Hi my name is Debbie and I'm new here and to quilting. Can anyone tell me the best place to start quilting. It is all new to me. I have many books and want to learn. But all the cutting and fitting has me worried. I really would like to machine piece and hand quilt. Does this sound like it would work. I need all the help and tips I can get Thank you Debbie Cochranville Pa. |
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hand piecing and hand quilting your first project sounds like a great
idea. do a small project, wall hanging or pillow... and don't worry, if you have lots of books choose one whose instructions look reasonably complete and go for it. worse that can happen is you give your first project to a pet... though I would keep it, then you can measure your progress in the next weeks, months and years! or you could take a one day beginners class if you have any quilt shops around (or fabric stores that provide them are also an alternative) and some money to spare... it makes for a good start, though I did it from books too. Debbie Williamson wrote: Hi my name is Debbie and I'm new here and to quilting. Can anyone tell me the best place to start quilting. It is all new to me. I have many books and want to learn. But all the cutting and fitting has me worried. I really would like to machine piece and hand quilt. Does this sound like it would work. I need all the help and tips I can get Thank you Debbie Cochranville Pa. -- Dr. Quilter Ambassador of Extraordinary Aliens http://community.webshots.com/user/mvignali (take the dog out before replying) |
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