I did a few practice squares and then quilted an entire quilt. By the time I got to the bottom of the quilt I was so comfortable and much better. Just don't start off on too small a scale - it gets exhausting! I was really proud of my work, but now, 2 years later, when I look at my meandering it's hysterical! It looks like screwed up kidney beans! It is pretty bad...but I have come so far since then and that quilt will always be special as the first. You'll get better and better with each project and you have to start somewhere. You might as well dive in on a whole quilt so you learn how to deal with it and what to expect. You'll get into a rhythm and soon find what works for you. Good luck and have fun - it is just the best!