Did I understand it is a kit and you don't want to take a chance on spending money for something you might not be able to complete? If you applique at all, you can surely complete it. It may take years but I'll bet after one block you will not be a beginner. The BOM pattern at Fat Cat referenced above looks like a good alternate pattern. I've been working on my West of Baltimore since 2007 & starting block #9 this weekend.
I noticed on the link to the pix it shows a cost of $28 is that for one block & does it include material? My West of Baltimore was $24.95 per block which included material plus I had to buy material for backing, borders and blocks. Expensive, but hopefully my daughter will enjoy it when I'm gone.