I think that a sticky on modding/building/designing tutorials forum posts or sites in the Puzzle Building and Modding forum. It was discussed here : http://twistypuzzles.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=13281 It would be really helpful to beginners on all fronts. It might be easier to do three stickies one on each. Anyone can of course comment with another site, tutorial or posts on any of the topics. Just an idea.

This is what we are hoping will be achieved formally by the article moderators. Beginner tutorial, in fact all tutorials puzzle related will link to forum posts, youtube videos and external sites.

For reference, check out: viewtopic.php?f=17&t=13036

all I know is that I want to get into modding reeeaaaaallly bad and am having a hard time starting .. so anything is appreciatied

Check the articles section, and then start reading old posts. There's no fast way, I'm afraid. Research, research & research. You really don't need complete hand holding and be pointed to every tutorial in correct sequence.

Read about available plastics, rubbers, curing times, plastic card forming, etc etc.