How I Practice New Techniques.

When trying something new or learning to a new technique, I usually go back to sewing something simple. I know the way the item is made and I usually choose something with a lot of straight seams. 
Since the doll's drawer mishap, I decided I needed to work on getting a nice 3 thread narrow serger seam finish. I have used the 4 thread and, though it is nice, it is wider than I like on doll clothes. I tried the 3 thread without removing one of the needles and it wasn't working. Lesson #1: remove the needle not being threaded to get the best serged seam finish. Once I did that the finish was what I loved. Well balanced and narrow. It is perfect for doll clothes.
I had a piece of fabric left over from a project that was 9" wide by the width of the fabric. It was perfect for the Four Season's Skirt (and hack) by Oh Sew Kat. There were lots of straight edges to practice on which was one goal. The other was to play with needle placement for top stitching nicely next to the serged edge. 
The skirt went together easily and in good time. From start to finish - 90 minutes. It was a good practice session for what I wanted to do. I could focus on the serger and the top stitching without worrying about curves, linings, etc. 

I plan on knitting a white sweater and hat to go with this skirt. I have all the supplies for that when I have the time to knit it. 
Happy Doll Sewing...............................