Cathyvv, I have not laughed so much so early in the morning for some time if ever. I am sorry for your problems but it was almost like someone ranting about me.
I'm afraid I never had a good start with sewing. My stepmother used to shout at me and call me the cats teeth queen. The sewing mistress at school was next to useless. (showed the class how to make pyjamas (with my material) and sew the pants upside down. What more can I say. When I got home I got a thick ear from my step mother for letting her do it. I ask you what is a kid supposed to do LOL
So you could say that I am self taught to date. Now you are all my mommy as I have learnt more in the past few weeks that I have been on this forum than the rest of my life . So thank you mommy'S. Your the best.
and thanks once again for best laugh I have had for a long time.
Joan