A while back I wrote this quick little beginners look at how I use watercolour and basic techniques: http://rheallart.tumblr.com/post/116493690361/could-you-send-me-examples-of-your-strokes-when
It also has the step-by-step image showing the layers that went into painting the clothing folds on my "L'Opossum" painting. :)
Watercolour is great, very forgiving, the paints last forever, and so much fun! Give it a try! :D