>
>
> In order to go ahead with the SMT process though, I will have to
> re-stock all the components I have with SMT equivalents, and a I will
> have to manually solder them to a home-brewed PCB.
>
> Is this something that is feasable with limited resources/budget?


Sure.
1206 is a lot easier to work with than 0201 for discretes, but in general,
yes.

A good iron is a must. A baby metcal from ebay is a nice investment.
Good magnification is another must. A 10x stereo microscope is pretty much
ideal.
Light is a must too, but that's easier to deal with.

You'll be surprised at the end of the assembly, how much mess you DONT have
to clean up!

You can DO 1206 parts with a 40W weller iron, and naked eye, but unless
you're younger than me, it might not be all that pleasant.
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