Dear KayRT: First of all your work is beautiful. Congratulations. And thank you for letting me know that I'm not alone in having started some things that didn't seem to be working out and then putting them aside for some time. You've given me the impetus and confidence to resume making some older projects.

Catlover in Phila.

Dear alotofstitches, thank you for answering me so promptly. I think my problem is I get frustrated easily and if I don't get something the first go-round, I become discouraged. I'm going to take your advice and keep practicing techniques.

I assume from your profile you have your own business. Do you also have private students?

Thanks for your response.

catlover in Phila.

Hello, everyone. This is my first posting. I have been sewing for about 30 years. Guess I would categorize myself as intermediate. Does anyone have any suggestions as to how to improve being a seamstress - to get to the level of being able to sew an outfit such as this? I see many beautifulcreations both here and in other magazines, but don't want to waste time and money and try a project that is beyond my expertise.

Any suggestions on how to improve one's techniques would be most appreciated!

Catlover in Philadelphia