Hey guys im really really new to this thing so be gental with me haha.

What im hoping to do is create a desk top theme belive it or not

but i really do not have a clue how to go about this.

Can people tell me what i need to get what i need to do, any tutorials hints tips.

I would like to do a back ground, have the weather and time etc,
A short cut section
personal buttons
menu's

I know its going to take alot but any help would be great.

Thanks
Graham