New to Quilting or Color? Start Here.

Love quilts for their color, movement, and modern feel—but not sure where to begin?

You can learn the fundamentals of quilting and still use all the colors from the start. This page will help you find the right next step, whether you want to explore or follow a clear path.

Start with the Basics

These two skills make everything else easier.

Learn How to Use a Rotary Cutter for Quilting
Accurate cutting is the foundation of quilting. This will help you cut safely and confidently from day one.

What Is Bias in Quilting?
Learn why fabric stretches—and how to avoid wonky blocks before they happen.

Learn How Quilters Think About Color

No pressure. Just understanding.

What Is a “Controlled” Improv Quilt?
A creative approach where structure and freedom work together.


Color Flow Theory for Controlled Improv
See how color order, value, and repetition create movement—even with bold palettes.

Save for Later

Great techniques—just not your first step

  • Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP)

  • Connected Binding Ends

  • Adding a Hanger to Your Mini Quilt

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Want a Step-by-Step Path?

From first cut to finished quilt—feeling color confident from the start

If you’d rather not piece together your learning from individual tutorials, the Learn to Quilt Course guides you through quilting fundamentals in a clear, supportive order—while teaching you to work confidently with bold color and modern design.

You Belong Here

You don’t have to wait to love what you’re making.
You’re allowed to start with color.

Warmly,

Mitzie