Once all the prep work is done, you're now ready to start sewing!  If you're using a commercial pattern, then you've been given a set of directions showing you how to put your project together.  These directions are invaluable when you're a beginner, as they can mean the difference between stumbling through a project or being guided through one.  At the beginning, it is fairly common to feel a little overwhelmed as there's usually a great deal of information on these pages.   This information is so important though, so we use this tutorial to give you an overview of the type of information you'll find in the directions and how to use them.  Once you get a clear understanding of your directions, you'll be able to sew all kinds projects from wonderful patterns.