what should i put my seeds in?

ive got an outside cupboard and im thinking of getting some seeds and attempting a grow without a hydroponic set up, i need to know some serious basics ie is it possible!

germination-do i do this on paper in a dark warm place or will they grow from the soil/compost that i plant them in?

what soil/compost?

is it vital that i measure ph levels and such, please help, i want to move fast as the winter is closing in.

the seeds im getting are called bella ciao, ive chose these for two reasons, one is the price the other is they are listed as being perfect for beginners. i thought it might help if you knew what seeds i was planning on getting.

Potting soil (supersoil is perfect and cheap) : $5

Seeds from Nirvana (Top 44/Big bud great seeds and cheap): $15

The first toke of your homegrown cannabis : priceless

Take your seeds wet two paper towels (a little more than damp) and put seeds in them for 24 to 48 hours. Keep in warm and dark place on a plate with plastic wrap covering them. Check every 8 to 12 hours, when they pop put them "root tip" down into soil. Top 44 and big bud are also great for newbies and are $15 online if you know where to look. Top 44 finishes mad early and you get a great yield. (www.seedboutique.com)