don't sweat it. sprite editing is where it all starts. looks good
I have to agree, but just recoloring existing sprites are just baby steps.
What I am going to say next, don't see as something to put you down but see it as something to motivate you. I challenge you to make a weapon action that you will not see in MC, such as the grapling hook or hookshot. Try to make bigger things and in no time you will get your own custom sprites out.