You type well, so I assume you can read. You need to be able to put a drop or two of CA glue where you intend to. You need to be able to properly mix and spread Epoxy. You need to be able to work a sanding block. That's 99% of the framing process right there. The Sig SE kit is a very good first kit. It may be too easy, as it goes together so easily.

Covering in an art all unto itself. Most kits include some tips, but a good demo is best. Do you have a talented pal who can help? I perefer Ultracote as a base, and Monokote for trim. To cover, you need an iron and heat gun. You need several blades to cut the film with, and a sharp pair os scissors. I'd sketch out a few schemes well before you start, as the imagination can do great things. For really cool stuff, you need a bottle of Windex, an old credit card (or the like), and some trim solvent.

If you want a video, Great Planes has a good one for Monokote. Faye Stiley works with Monokote and is a genius. I've seen him cover wheel pants with only two pieces of Monokote and an iron. He is really that good.