That might be a tie breaker Ugly Cook - I started in March also. But you do seem much more experienced than I do. I really didn't do much machine sewing at all - haven't touched a sewing machine in over 40 years - until March.
Sometimes I think I need to give up - I just make the dumbest mistakes. One thing turns out okay and then the next is a disaster. I want to keep trying tho.
When I get the courage I WILL do a sweatshirt jacket like yours.
Thanks for the postings.