[socmag]

I upvoted.

Looks like you genuinely felt it is out of the scope of a lot of novices (which it well might be at least for a weekend project), and you genuinely were looking for tips.

Just look for projects that would make yourself or others happy. Doesn't matter how small or large, whether it would take an hour or a decade, the hardest part is getting past line zero. Once you have that the next hardest part is getting to line one; wash, rinse repeat.

The good news is everything is relative and everyone has different skill sets - what's hard for everyone else might be a cinch for you due to your childhood fascination blending fishing line with champagne corks - who knows? ;)

Try not to be discouraged, just stick with it and be infinitely inquisitive, throw caution to the wind and dive right in.

Good luck and happy sailing!