I find the quilting part very satisfying, for some reason. I prefer to stitch in the ditch or do a cross stitch design (diagonal). I think in an hour or two you could quilt a small quilt, using either of these methods. I use the Warm and Natural batting, which allows me to have more room between stitches, and that would make a big difference too.
I put my ironing board next to my machine to help support the weight of the quilt. You might find that helpful?
Good luck though. You can do this, and you may even find it satisfying.
Dina