This sounds good to me. I had two projects started before I knew what I was doing - a "fussy cut" butterfly table runner that was supposed to be for my sister-in-law for Christmas, and a hot mat for my friend. I had cut everything out and tried putting them together, but the points didn't line up, the squares were crooked, etc.
Since I just finished my "how to" beginning quilting class, I think I'm ready to go on this. Oh, and I also have to finish the Mystery Quilt Train #6 that I've started and am already behind on!