You probably recognize the name, may be even the face, but until you meet her, the thing you remember the most is her bubbly enthusiasm!  Pat Sloan is a noted author, teacher, and designer of both patterns and fabrics.  She has a great blog, and hosts a Creative Talk Radio Show! 

I was fortunate enough to catch up with her at the AQS show in Paducah and asked her what recommendation she would have for those just beginning to machine quilt.

Enjoying myself at AQS, Linda B.

P.S.  I also found out that she uses a Bernina Aurora 440 QE to create her quilts and projects!