In a tizz.
02-12-2011, 05:38 AM
#21
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I get totally excited. Nothing to be nervous about, like everyone says-you are there to learn and learning takes mistakes,trial and error. It feels really good later when you look back and see the progress you've made.
02-12-2011, 08:46 AM
#22
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Location: Wisconsin
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Teachers are those who have been there, done that, so they know how to fix everything and if they don't, you can work out a problem together. I teacher never should criticize, always say, let's try it this way and then show you how to make things right.
Be patient with the teacher and she will be with you. To learn is why you are going to the class. If you knew it all, you wouldn't go.
Carol J.
Be patient with the teacher and she will be with you. To learn is why you are going to the class. If you knew it all, you wouldn't go.
Carol J.
02-12-2011, 01:57 PM
#25
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I understand. I took a class with some "good" friends and the class ended for me when my now former friend got up and "critiqued" my work loudly and rudely. I was crushed. I have a really decent IQ but I learn best by observing (assuming there's something to see) and then practicing at home alone. Different strokes for different folks...I wish you well either way. Trust your instincts. PS:I'm a retired teacher :thumbup:
02-12-2011, 05:25 PM
#26
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I have been taking classes for 15 years. I take classes all the time, but I am like you before each one, even if I have taken a class from the instructor before. I'm not sure "Tizz" is fear, excitement, anticipation or whatever. Maybe all of those. I know that I can hardly wait and I think the "Tizz" makes me extra vigilant when I am doing pre-class cutting and sewing. Once I get to the class it is all excitement.
02-13-2011, 06:24 AM
#27
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Originally Posted by MemoryKeeper
I understand. I took a class with some "good" friends and the class ended for me when my now former friend got up and "critiqued" my work loudly and rudely. I was crushed. I have a really decent IQ but I learn best by observing (assuming there's something to see) and then practicing at home alone. Different strokes for different folks...I wish you well either way. Trust your instincts. PS:I'm a retired teacher :thumbup':
02-13-2011, 06:48 AM
#29
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Location: Perry, Oklahoma
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Originally Posted by quiltsillysandi
I am starting a class today, not nervous, totally excited and can't wait to get there....I get nervous when I go to the doctor....lololol.....
Look at this from a different perspective....Take your quilt and with pride, I doubt it's as bad as you think, as we are all our own worst critics..That's what the teachers/instructors are there for, to help you with any problems you may have...This is a great learning opportunity...Grab it, run with it, and then apply all of this wonderful new knowledge to your next project...
Hope you have a fun day!
Sandi
Look at this from a different perspective....Take your quilt and with pride, I doubt it's as bad as you think, as we are all our own worst critics..That's what the teachers/instructors are there for, to help you with any problems you may have...This is a great learning opportunity...Grab it, run with it, and then apply all of this wonderful new knowledge to your next project...
Hope you have a fun day!
Sandi
02-13-2011, 09:21 AM
#30
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Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: Cypress, Texas by the way of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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You are not alone. I get real nervous in a class setting too. An example...I was taking a border class. The teacher hovered. I sewed my finger. My seams did not match. Only one in class not to finish. I have been sewing since 5 and quilting since 1986. I have received several blue ribbons and a best of show so it definately is not my sewing ability. My advice...make your class project the sample and make another at home for your masterpiece. Just don't give up. There is no such thing as an ugly quilt.
