I'd suggest going to a store and check out their quilt magazines. Find one that suits your fancy and read the instructions to see if you can follow them. I only buy a magazine if I can find at least 3 quilts that I would make out of it. The average price is $6.99. The average cost of a pattern is $8-9.00. So try the magazine idea before spending alot of money on patterns that you don't know if you will be able to do. Find a friend (on the Quilting Board there are lots of people who will take the time to explain things in detail) who can help you if you get stuck reading the instructions. Take your time, keep your seam ripper handy. We ALL have used one before and after 25 years, I still use one. It will be your next best friend. Welcome to the Quilting Board and if you need help, I'll help you. Cheryl