Capstone Project with Mentor: Making an Apron

On March 9th, I met with my mentor, Sylvia, in her house since she usually makes her clothing there. I brought my sewing machine there and we first did a review on everything I learned 2 weeks ago. I had to set up my machine and fill a bobbin by myself. After that I talked about my plan for my project and how I wanted to make my an apron and also make my own pattern to make my own pair of shorts. She told me it would be hard to make your own pattern but it is still possible.
Once we knew what we were going to do, she told me I could use her apron pattern for my project. I picked my favorite apron pattern and we started working. I cut the pattern and aligned the pattern with the fabric. Then I pinned it in place and I cut the fabric along the pattern. It was very difficult for me to cut the fabric because I used a small pair of scissors and I used a thick material for the apron. She guided me through the work and helped me when I found an difficulty with anything. She suggested that I can add small detailing to my apron because the material was plain white. She went through her things and showed me many different materials I could use and how they are used. She showed me some materials used to finish edges so they don't fray. I used these to finish the pockets and I picked a nice stretchy ribbon I could use at the pockets and the bib of the apron. It added a nice color to it.
Her pattern had instructions to how to make the apron so I followed that very closely. I first sewed the ribbon design on and then attached the pockets to the skirt. It took a very long time to do this because I didn't sew it straight. I had to rip out my stitching sometimes to fix my mistakes. I then made the ribbons that ties in the back and she taught me some new techniques. I attached the ribbons to the waistband and the waistband with the bib. After, I sew the ribbons that tie for the neck to the bib. I found it very hard to sew the waistband to the bib because I had to ruffle the skirt for it to fit the waistband.
She also let me use one of her machines because it finishes the edges of the material. I found it easy to maneuver.
I spent almost the whole day at her house, sewing. She does live far from South San Francisco so I wanted to do a lot of work there. I was there since 9:00 am to 6:00 pm with an hour break. I did get a lot done that day and I finished the apron at that time. Sylvia said I did very well as a beginner.

I did 8 hours on March 9th.
Total hours: 11