Here is an example of a first time refinishing project from Mic Kaczmarczik. I'll let Mic give you the details.  
I've completed the Daphne Blue refin on my $100 Squire Strat.  If you'd like to see the end result, point your Web browser at   Squire Refin

As you may recall from our conversation during my order, this was my first attempt at finishing _anything_.  Your products and the instructions on your Web site helped make the final result far better than it might otherwise have been.  Thanks!

Regards,