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I know another quiltophile or two who have great intentions. They purchase a sewing machine, fabric, rotary cutters, even fancy rulers. They search the book stores and magazine racks in the grocery for just the right quilt to start.
In a recent conversation with a pending quiltophile I sensed the enthusiasm and the imminent frustration in that person who wants to quilt, to jump in head first. The urge to be creative is a contagious emotion. My best advice to that person is head to your nearest quilt shop and take a class. Start at the beginning to avoid frustration, don't buy everything in sight. Ask for help.
I am not a teacher, I am not a judge or critic but I am a quilter and I think that if each of us identifies a possible quilter it is our opportunity, no duty, to direct their interest appropriately so that each of us can have the satisfaction of keeping the quilting world alive.
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How do you inspire a future quilter? In the brief time since I wrote this post several more people have approached me wanting to learn how to quilt. Isn't that great? Down through history quilting has remained strong and steadfast as a utility craft as well as an art craft, I am hopeful and optimistic that those who want to explore the possibility will do just that. Welcome October.
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