I've tried numerous ways of buying bitcoins but none of them seem to work. I tried using paypal through virwox but it didn't go through because my account on paypal is unverified, I tried using moneybookers through virwox aswell but my prepaid card wouldn't accept the transaction from them (i have an american express prepaid card). I also tried a few other sites but nothing worked. Any advice?

I just recently found out about bitcoins and using them as an alternative currency, and from the information I've gathered I think this is something I would like to be a part of. I'm not sure how to go about getting some however. I tried Bitfunnel (which would have only given me a very small amount anyway) but the transaction didn't go through. I was wondering if there was a way to get bitcoins without selling things or using paypal, perhaps by getting prepaid credit cards and buying bitcoins with those? All the information I read about getting bitcoins seemed so convoluted and didn't make much sense, I apologize in advance if this question is too trivial or is answered elsewhere on this forum.