For the double wedding ring quilt you can do it as a beginner, there is a way! Go to
http://www.quiltsmart.com/Pages/mo_d...dding_ring.htm
it is more like applique and you will have to buy the special interfacing, book and template, but it is doable. And worth it for a special mom. I have made a few of the blocks and it is pretty easy. Hugs, Eliz