Thanks all!
I'll check out Harriet Hargrave's Quilter's Academy series as that sounds like a great resource.

I have quite a bit of experience with blades, mats and rotary cutters from my manufacturing experience so I may be able to offer some general insight and understanding from a technical mindset. Feel free to PM me with any questions about our products. I'll check with the moderator on what's appropriate to post in that department. I'll put my work email in my profile.

Here's a quilt made by Laura Reinstatler from back when she lived locally.
Prairie Pockets

Ha! I missed "Introduction" area.. so my first question is how do I move my thread to the appropriate place?

Welcome Steve. This is a very helpful place for you to be. If you ever have any questions feel free to ask...someone will always try their best to help out. Glad you are going to start quilting. It can be quite enjoyable. Lol....I so wish I had your job!!! :)

Welcome from IN. WARNING...WARNING...Quilting is addicting!!!!!!

Welcome from SC...you shoulda asked first before you fell into the deep hole that is "our world"....LOL, just kidding...you'll love it! Sounds like you already do. I love GG's quilt! Looking forward to great things from you!

Welcome to the Board.

Hi Steve welcome from the shadows I love the quilt its beautiful thanks for sharing it with us.

Your grandmothers quilt is timeless! Welcome to our world.

Hi Steve and welcome aboard! You'll love this board. What a treasure to have such a lovely family heirloom!

Welcome. I hope you find all the answers you need here. There is a ton of information floating around on this board. I love the board for all the new project ideas I get.