Hello folks,

I've been flying ARFs. They've been fun. In fact I have a new Zero Gravity Pitts Python on the way that I'm jazzed about.
However, I want to see what it is like to build something.
I'm not extremely good with crafts. I also don't have tons of room. I'll likely be doing this on a 35" card table. I've got a 36" building board for building up the parts (to keep things flat).

I would like help in selecting a beginner's kit. Something to get me gluing some wood together... I'd like to build up some wings, etc. It would also be my first experience with covering.
I don't necessarily have to fly it, so to me it doesn't really matter how the kit flies. Currently I am only flying electrics.
I prefer WWI style planes aesthetically, but I would seriously consider good recommendations that are not WWI planes. I was looking at the Balsa USA Eindecker kits, but even the 40 kit is too large. Much too big of a bite to start with.

I was thinking something with a 28" to 30" wingspan or less. The Arizona Models 1/12 Albatross DIII kit looks interesting (the right size), but obviously that is way overkill for a first kit. I only mention it so you get an idea for what I like.

Planes that I like:
Albatros (DII through DV)
Pfalz
Fokker Eindecker
Stearman P-17
Pitts (but I've already got an ARF)

I'd like to keep the kit under $100.

I'm assuming the better quality kit, the better it is for a beginner.

All opinions appreciated and criticism received with respect. Thanks in advance for your help.