new/stupid question (:
06-02-2011, 06:29 PM
#11
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The most important thing about quilting is to do what you love while you are learning. This includes colors and types of fabrics. The same with patterns. You should see my first quilt. It was for my son. Well my first finished quilt. The first real one is the ugliest you will ever see.
06-02-2011, 06:30 PM
#12
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There are no stupid questions.
The beauty of quilting is that the piecing can be as simple as squares or strips of fabric sewn together to the most elaborate stars, curves and applique you can imagine with embellishments of laces, beads and crystals and everything in between. As one progresses in the craft there is always a challenge down the road. It all depends on how far you want to challenge yourself or not challenge yourself at all and just have fun putting together bits of fabric in a way that pleases you.
The actual quilting process also runs the gammet of simple tied quilts to big stitch quilting to elaborate hand quilting designs and machine quilting has just as many options including the option of sending your completed quilt top off to a longarm quilter for them to complete for you. The beauty of quilting is there is something for everyone. It all depends on how far you want to go with it.
The beauty of quilting is that the piecing can be as simple as squares or strips of fabric sewn together to the most elaborate stars, curves and applique you can imagine with embellishments of laces, beads and crystals and everything in between. As one progresses in the craft there is always a challenge down the road. It all depends on how far you want to challenge yourself or not challenge yourself at all and just have fun putting together bits of fabric in a way that pleases you.
The actual quilting process also runs the gammet of simple tied quilts to big stitch quilting to elaborate hand quilting designs and machine quilting has just as many options including the option of sending your completed quilt top off to a longarm quilter for them to complete for you. The beauty of quilting is there is something for everyone. It all depends on how far you want to go with it.
06-02-2011, 06:32 PM
#14
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Location: New Jersey
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Start with an easier pattern and do a table runner or baby quilt. This way, you won't be too upset with mistakes. It will be easier to handle under the machine and you will finish quickly. Jump in. It is fun.
06-02-2011, 06:32 PM
#15
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Location: St. Paul, MN
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Quilting can be very complex or very simple. There are different styles and techniques. It is something most anyone can do. The important thing is to try and to try on projects that appeal to you. Start with something simple that you love and go from there.
06-02-2011, 06:34 PM
#16
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Location: Massachusetts
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you need a lesson on cutting, measuring and sewing a straight line. Its hard to start without it. They have lessons online but local quilt shops usually have beginners classes. Try it and see if its something you like. Its very rewarding and theraputic for me.
06-02-2011, 06:36 PM
#17
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Location: Arizona
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No, not really. I only started quilting 5 years ago and I am hooked. Most folks are that begin. I would however; strongly suggest taking a basic quilting class, you really learn alot. I hope you give it a try. Keep us posted. BTW....that is not a stupid question :)
06-02-2011, 06:41 PM
#18
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See I am not one to take a class. I didn't take one to learn when I started I just jumped in one day. It was kinda fun to figure things out on my own. But this board has all sorts of great help and stuff.
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