Don't overdo it. You're going to end up a higher level guy with low-level combat and armor skills who gets killed a lot, despite your shiny new armor.
I waited until I was like level 30 to start the Smithing/Enchanting grind to get the best weapons/armor.

17-18, something like that. I've just been smithing away iron daggers to get my skills up.
I'm around the same level and I got to that level by actually playing the game.
I mean, isn't the whole point to explore, and feel yourself get more powerful as you play?
I'm an all around Nord. I have Heavy Armor, One-Handed, Smithing, and Enchanting all at 100. Now I'm working on Light Armor, Archery, Sneak, and Two-Handed. I've also had plenty of Restoration and Destruction magic thrown in. Level 51 right now.
Sneaking up on people with a bow and arrow is so much fun.![]()