Tips for Beginning Quilters
“How do I get started in quiltmaking?” beginners often wonder. Here are a few ideas:
*Talk with other quilters, either at quilt shows, a quilt shop, on Internet groups.
*Note the types of quilts you like and would like to make.
*Browse through quilting magazines and books for ideas, patterns, and instructions.
*Find simple patterns in magazines and on Internet sites.
*Check out quilting web sites; enter quilting, quilts and patchwork in search engines.
*Enroll in a beginners class; these often are offered at quilt shops, at quilt shows, through community education programs, as well as senior centers.
*Select projects you can finish rather quickly so you don’t become discouraged. The joy of accomplishment will encourage you to go on to more quilting projects.
*Join the world of quilts and quiltmaking.
*Have fun!
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