i also suggest a "real" machine.
i have several singer 237s - the feature list is short - straight stitch, zigzag, three needle positions, forward and backward. mechanical. hard to mess up.
suggested projects
pajama bottoms
totes/bags
pillow cases
swimsuit cover -up
things that are forgiving and usually successful.
projects to avoid:
pot holders - because of the thicknes
garments that require "exact" fitting - frustrating when the garment does not fit or looks unattractive (is "dorky" still being used as an adjective?)
slippery fabrics
you might also include some basic tools/accessories like scissors, pins, .measuring tape, seam ripper, etc.
Last edited by bearisgray; 12-12-2018 at 02:15 AM.