Well, I've finished a few purses! Hurrah! They've come out fairly well considering that I'm fumbling around on my own. It is true what they say, "practice makes perfect". I've noticed that the sewing line is getting straighter and my foot is getting more comfortable on the presser foot. I'm not saying I will get a speeding ticket soon, but I'm beginning to get that "oh yeah" recognition feeling that comes after doing something a number of times. I've also made several change purses. The kind with the little kiss lock frame. They are really adorable and pretty easy to make. I am looking forward to gaining enough expertise to sell some of my new wares online. I'll take some pics soon and post my progress online.