I sincerely appreciate everyone's feedback! You have set me up with some really reasonable expectations. I know it will be challenging and tedious at times, but I just want to try. I think it will fit my friend's personal style, she is a very non-traditional person. Plus, the internet is an amazing thing. I've watched videos, read blogs and talked to all of you. This summer I changed the coil pack in my car in my driveway using Youtube tutorials (I had never done any work on a car before). I am willing to go slow and am expecting it to be a long project, and if I end up realizing I cannot handle it, I will use one of your suggestions to make a more beginner-friendly quilt. I am sure this is going to be a learning experience.
What is a good size to make the triangles?