I really enjoy sewing but I also love looking at pictures of other peoples work. I find that I don't usually stick to the pattern or directions anyway. All one really needs is a basic good fitting body pattern and the rest can be created as you go along.
Flat construction is, (for example), sewing in sleeves before the side seam is sewn up, or sewing on cuffs before side seam. finishing any part possible on a flat piece is a lot easier than trying to fit it into a hole. [img]wink.gif[/img]