Evie and JanRN .... If I can catch onto PPing, I KNOW you can! When you're ready, we'll gather round the campfire and all the Pony Club'ers can share PP stories and help you find what works. I think what made the biggest difference for me was when I shortened my stitch as short as I could go (1.0 on Janome). I just use regular photocopy/printer paper. And I did my first lessons on the QuiltersCache.com site. Then after that, I somewhat stumbled along til I found my way.
And maybe this isn't where you need/want help ... so do tell/ask what you want!