I want good habits and to build on a strong foundation!
Is this the best place to start?
I don’t think it matters. I didn’t learn or create a framework when starting, but it might help you. For starting out, Lumos may not be the best framework because it’s focused on function and not ease-of-use. Client-First plus Relume would be the easiest to adopt. Ultimately, it comes down to preference.
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I wouldn’t recommend using Client First or Relume. Both are heavily opinionated UI systems.
In my opinion, the Client First UI system is more suited for agencies rather than developers, as it incorporates unusual practices like using “spacing” divs—something you’d typically avoid if you’re familiar with CSS. I’m not saying the folks at FS don’t know CSS, but they employ some unconventional methods you do not use in “standard” production.
Relying on these or other UI systems and element libraries won’t help you learn much—you’ll just be using them as they are. If you lack foundational knowledge and want to make changes, it will be difficult to understand what needs changing, why, and how to do it. Trust me, I see this issue every day.
The only thing that truly matters is a solid understanding of HTML and CSS. Once you grasp these basics, everything will start to make sense, and you’ll understand what I’m trying to convey.
Hope this will give you an answer to your question. In other words: no.
m2c
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Stan,
I’ll see if watching some video on CSS can help me since apparently a Class in Webflow “works just like Classes do in CSS because Webflow is just a visual coding tool” As far as Variables, Font’s and spacing I’ll look for specific Webflow University videos on the later and watch them.
I’m also struggling with Responsive design working between the 4 standard Breakpoints as I move the slider. Getting this right seems like a major PITA to me right now. Hopefully I’m just missing something.
You can’t create a style guide or framework without understanding how it works and what’s required. Imagine if I rented you a surgery room, provided some basic tools, and told you that you could perform brain surgery without any knowledge or practice. You’d likely doubt that claim.
The same applies when you want to learn to read, write, speak a different language, or become a carpenter, pilot or gardener—you need to study and practice. Becoming a web developer capable of building responsive, fast-loading websites is no different.
While Webflow offers a visual tool, you still need the knowledge because custom code will be necessary. The Webflow UI provides only basic tools that won’t cover everything you’ll need.
Remember, Webflow is a low-code platform for developers.
Best of luck on your journey 
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