I am 71, and a novice at sewing. I bought a top pattern -- three pieces to the pattern. (and interfacing.) I bought the muslin, even though I didn't want to spend the extra money. After 3 days I had the muslin sewed, and all was well, but I was still afraid to cut my good fabric, so I found some fabric someone had given me that wouldn't work in a quilt, and made me a real top. After working on it for about 3 more days I finally had it together. Still afraid, I dug out some quilting cotton and decided to make one more run at it before cutting into my expensive fabric. What a time I am having! I pinned the sleeves wrong side to right side. Then I pinned the sleeves upside down. I think and hope I have finally pinned them correctly, but it's anyone's guess. I don't even need a top. Why am I torturing myself like this!!! My sewing room is hot, and sweat runs down into my eyes, and everywhere else. Oh well, better than just watching TV all day.