While I have some machine experience, I have had no experience at patchwork/quilting.
After lurking around the NGs I decided that today was the day when I would dive in and purchase the fabric (I already have most of the other essentials such as cutting mat, rotary cutter and ruler (not to mention the most important essential - courage).
I need a new tote bag and thought this might be a good project to start with and so trundled along to my fabric store where, of course, I was stupefied by the vast range of choices. Not being afraid to call HELP, I explained my predicament to one of the staff.
Her reaction was along the lines of 'Oh, no not another beginner!' and I did feel I was imposing on her valuable time (even though I was the only one in the store). Feeling a bit intimidated I chose 3 fabrics each measuring half a yard along with the same amount of wadding and left.
So here I sit asking cyberspace for help. The fabric colours are (1) mid blue plain; (2) a teal blue and white check with random splotches of emerald green, mid blue, purple (3) an abstract pattern with all the colours of the check with an additional cherry colour, with the mid blue the most dominant.
Do I have sufficient fabric? Any suggestions would be appreciated whether they be a design for a block or blocks, whether I should incorporate another colour or any tips that might help me make this project.
I am determined to make my new bag and hopefully use it with the special pride that comes from DIY.
Cireen