Make a list of things you absolutely need for a project. (Fabric stores are like a candy store to a kid.) Take a swatch with you to avoid color mistakes. (ufo fabrics abound in my stash) Clean up after each project. (A fresh start really helps you to enjoy the process) Last but not least, do the best work you can do. Trying new things isn't hard, just different than what you have done in the past. Go slow and understand what the directions are saying.