Sewing 102

This past Monday at sewing class we got to use the machine for the first time.

Eeep! I was nervous!  :) It was the first time I have ever used one, and I did not have a clue what I was doing. I know sewing is not rocket science, but it kind of seems like it at first. :) The teacher ran through how to thread the machine super fast, so there is no way I would be able to do that on my on. She also gave us a very brief crash course on how to work the machine. She gave us some scraps to practice on, and I was so intimidated. Now if you are an expert seamstress, then you probably think I'm being a bit dramatic, but just remember that I have NO prior experience in this arena. But it ended up being pretty easy. I was proud of my little square. I said I was going to keep it to use as a cocktail napkin. :)

The seam looks crooked in this picture, but it wasn't that bad. 

Here's another picture...the first thing I ever sewed!

Then the teacher gave us scraps in the shape of a neck and armhole so we could practice sewing on a curve.

Not too bad if I do say so myself.  :)

Then it was time to start working on our outfits. I kept my machine on the slowest speed setting and went to work. It really wasn't too hard, but I did have to call the teacher back to my little corner about 85,000 times to ask questions or clarify instructions. But after about 2 hours, I almost finished my jumper. I just have to finish the hem, make the button holes, and sew on the buttons next week. I was very excited with how it turned out, and I'm glad C will be able to wear it without looking like a freak {I hope anyway...it may be too soon to say that}.

The dress is reversible, but the colors are not showing up well in this picture.

For me, this night of sewing brought such a sense of accomplishment! I could tell that both Katharyn and Christopher were pleased with their work, too, and it was such a nice feeling! I really hope that sewing is a skill I can develop and hone over time. I signed up for the intermediate class which starts in a few weeks! So get ready...lots more boring sewing posts to come!