MacThayer wrote:
I'm just going to throw my two cents worth in here....... Much better that you do something small, and learn to love quilting, than that you become so frustrated with the process that an unfinished quilt sits unfinished because you gave up on it. Make what you want to make, and only what you want to make, and not what your friend wants to talk you in to making, and that's the first step towards success in quilting. Now I'm going to shut up and go quietly away. Best Wishes!
I agree, don't overwhelm yourself.
Keep it fun with no stress, especially your first few projects. Perhaps nothing larger than a lap quilt to start out.
...and Welcome from S.E. Texas! :)