Originally Posted by
Barb in Louisiana
I'd like to suggest making some potholders or mug rugs as a start. You can cover all the skills in a short period of time and they can be useful.
Go for mug rugs - not pot holders! Or a doll quilt - or a pillow top.
Because (useful) pot holders usually have a lot of thickness(es ) to deal with . I still find making a decent potholder to be a bit of a challenge - and I consider myself somewhat experienced.