I built a workspace out of plywood and set it up so that I could still take it down in about 20 minutes.  The only thing lacking was some good lighting.  Since most of my building occurred at night, this was a big annoyance. 

I was lucky to order the tubes through a place that sent me several practice pieces to start on.  Thanks http://www.cycle-frames.com/bicycle-frame-tubing/.  When I got the box I was pretty excited to pull out these shiny tubes and ornate lugs. 

Up next is starting out.  Nervous for sure.