Hi clcayer ... welcome to digiscrapping!! I know exactly where you are coming from. My sister (rumkimom) introduced me to digiscrapping just over a year ago. I knew absolutely nothing about it and had never used a photoshop or paint program before. It has been a blast to learn and is totally addictive!! I found the best way to learn was to take the classes and then just jump in and become involved in the challenges ...
Have fun!!