Azsule..the hex patterns are not a first time quilt pattern..their corners take a little know how to sew...I agree having someone help u the first time helps..I picked a very hard pattern for my first quilt..with no help I fought my way through it..MANY mistakes..almost gave up quilting..Why don't u look for a pattern with good pictures and directions to follow..it will give u how much of everything u need..stick to squares or strips for your first time..u will enjoy it so much more..then later after a few quilts u can gifted the baby with this quilt u like now..there are videos on the net u can watch ..with step by step..like having someone there..