TiffanyE,
My first quilt was one quilt block made really big that I tied with the help of my grandmother. Tied quilts are made by taking yarn or embroidery thread and making one stitch, then tying a knot and leaving some of the string as a trailing end.
It's a perfectly great way to make a simple quilt that can really be used (and washed over and over). Panel prints of material work really well with this method, especially when your sewing machine can not handle the quilt sandwich (top, batting, back).
As you gain proficiency, then you can practice your hand stitching - maybe even take a class - or explore the tutorials on this board.
Go for it!