My very first quilt project was a simple 9 patch wall hanging, using just three fabrics. I let a more experienced quilter talk me into a much more complicated pattern for my next project. The pattern called for star points in varying sizes, and 17 different fabrics. I spent almost $200 on fabric. For a newbie, those star points were very difficult to make. I finished the top and it was horrible. I never completed the quilt. I just couldn't justify spending more money on batting and the backing. I really should toss the quilt top because it makes me want to cry whenever I see it.
Thank goodness I decided to make a simple table runner for my third project. It brought back the joy of quilting!