[What or Who is it for?[/QUOTE]
Jay,
Actually none of the stuff I've made belongs to me. My wife takes immediate possession of everything I make as soon as I finish it. :gar-La;
I just enjoy the scroll sawing and spending time in my shop.
Since you're just starting out, my only suggestion would be the four (P's) Patience, Persistance, Perservance & Precision.
Keep challenging yourself.
Roy