Welcome to the board from Northern IL!! I agree a nice simple pattern, four patch or fence rail, comes to mind. I did a double irish chain wall hanging for my first quilt and then jumped straight to a king size double irish chain for my second one. I machine stitched the blocks, but hand quilted both. Sure wish this board had been around for advice then. Get simple supplies that others have suggested and most important take your time and have fun with it. There really is no quilt police so just enjoy the experiece! Afterwards please let us know how you are doing!