I suggest you start out by going to the block library and pick out some blocks that appeal to you. You'll be able to add colors using the Paint command (right hand side). Be sure to "save" the block to your scrapbook. (left hand column). Then, open up a "new quilt" and add the blocks. You'll have a ball once you get started. I have the EQ5 and don't plan to go to the EQ6. There is a ton of stuff on the EQ 5 that I've never gotten to and I'm pretty good at it...