I have to state my opinion after reading some of the comments here. Good topic. I am brand-new to quilting, having recently retired and having more free time to pursue something I've always wanted to do. I search the Internet, books, and this board to get ideas. You have to have a place to start. To me, quilting is about accomplishing something that is pleasing to you, no matter how simple or complicated: choosing colors that you like and hoping they go together -- they don't always, even though you think they will -- and learning from each mistake you make in building that quilt. I enjoy the more simple styles, not too busy, and don't feel I will ever have the expertise to do some of things I see here, no matter how long I live. It's supposed to be fun! Do what YOU like and what appeals to you.