E.R.
Find a local quilting group! I don't live near you, but look online and find some yarn and fabric stores in your area. Go ask around for a quilting group. I know that most ladies who quilt are eager to keep their tradition alive and love to introduce newcomers to it. It could be a great social activity for you as well as making a keepsake for your daughter. Also, you would have the benefit of experts who have been quilting for a long time to help you get a really good result, instead of just guessing how to do it or tying to follow a book.
Start with fabric stores and ask around- good luck!