I took a one day class to learn how to use a sewing machine this past Sept. The instructor suggested a quilting class to get more experience with sewing. Of course I took a lap quilt 4 wk class instead of a placemat...fortunately I was the only student. That was in October. Now 11 quilts later, I think I'm hooked. I like simple patterns, SID, working with the fabric combinations to step out of the box. I'm starting to alter patterns and blocks a bit. So for me, I like working with something comfortable, gradually adding things as a challenge. But I'm not interested at this point in things like applique and paper piecing. So, to answer your question, I am OK with going it slow and adding things as I find them of interest.