Hmmm. I agree that this is an absolutely adorable little pattern, so I copied one for myself. She has a number of really great patterns on her website. HOWEVER, I'm not sure that I would recommend it for a beginner--just because of all the unusual signs and symbols. I'd make sure that I had the process "down pat" before I tried this one. IMHO. Whatever you do, I wish you Happy Pieceing!