hrmom26

hello all, i am just starting out learning how to quilt/sew etc. I'm looking for a good starting project something small to just find my feet so to speak maybe a place mat or pot holder or something? i got a machine for Christmas and went to Joann fabrics today (omg i am so excited to start). i intended to just get supplies today but i ended up finding and falling in love with a fabric ( and it was 40% off lol )the picture below it's the pink, the black underneath it is just one that looked like it went with it so i guess I'm looking for idea's on what to make and maybe if anyone has a pattern to share or maybe a link on where to find a free or cheep pattern? thanks so much! ----Heather
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cjsews

You could do a disappearing 4 patch. Or if you have one more fabric to add to this you could do a disappearing 9 patch. These are quite easy but look more complicated when finished. I would start with just a lap size quilt so you don't overwhelm yourself. There are probably tutes in the tutorial section. Beautiful fabric choices. Welcome to quilting. I sure hope you enjoy your first experience.

Holice

i suggest you go back to Joann's and get a very basic beginners quilting book. Instructions in print will be helpful to get you started.

QM

Welcome to quilting. My first was a 9 patch, which worked well for me. I agree about a lap sized project to start with. You cold browse www. quilterscache.com for more ideas.

charsuewilson

My first quilt was a 9 patch, too, but the other suggestions here are good, too. Disappearing 9 patch would work with 2 fabrics.

hrmom26

thanks, i just need to find a pattern now

hopetoquilt

Irish chain is a great pattern to start with. You can use just 2 fabrics and no complicated techniques are involved. I love the look of the Irish chain. I have made at least 5 of them and they all look different.

Ladibug

Welcome to the QB hrmom26. I agree with the others. Find yourself something easy to begin with so you won't get overwhelmed. Since you obviously have access to the internet try you tube. They have lots of quilting videos for anything you want to see by lots of good teachers. Missouri Star Quilt Co., Leah Day, Nancy Zeiman, Fons and Porter, and Eleanor Burns with Quilting in a Day Series. Craftsy is a site to get lots of help too. Some is free and some isn't It will tell you. They have free patterns on there too. And as always you can always come here and get advice from these great people on Quilting Board. They are always so nice and willing to help anyone. A whole new world is about to open up for you. Take you time until you get your technique going. You will do fine. Happy quilting and sewing!!!

Ladibug

lfstamper

Most of the fabric makers have free patterns like moda. Just google free quilt patterns. Definitely a class or two would help as well. Good luck and welcome to QB.

Rodney

Welcome aboard.
I guess I'm a cheapskate when it comes to books. I love to read but I hate to pay full retail for the priveledge.
Your local library is an excellent resource for quilt books and magazines. If you prefer to own them try your local thrift stores. It's rare when I can't find at least one book on sewing or quilting in one. They're usually a bit older but it doesn't really matter. Many quilt patterns have been around for years anyway. You can occasionally find some good fabrics in the thrift stores as well.
Rodney