I agree with the others, start with a kit or two first. You will learn a lot about how airplanes are put together, the building process and so-on. Then when you are ready to attempt a scratch-build, start with something relatively simple.

My first build from plans was the Fun-Fly Hots. I bought the plans from Model Airplane News. Since it was a profile, the fuselage was just built from sticks and there were so few wing ribs, I just cut them out with an X-Acto knife and sanded them to get the final shape just right.The other main tool used was a razor saw. Basically, you can build that particular airplane using the same tools you have on hand from a kit. As you get into more advanced builds that require more cutting, you will need more tools. Another good one is the original Ugly Stik. It has a simple box fuselage and simple wing design. Plus it flys great.

Building from plans or designing your own airplanes is a whole other side to the hobby. I just wish I had more time to pursue it myself.
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