First, are you an experienced sewist or is this your first encounter with a machine? I agree with Ann912 that a Rail Fence is a good beginner quilt. While Jenny Doan's designs are fun and she is now very popular, I sometimes think she does things too quickly and accuracy isn't there. This can lead to frustration for someone without experience. You might try Eleanor Burns' designs, too, as she pretty much walks a person through every step of her methods.