American Sewing Guild has free meetups at meetup.com, in my area. I bought a book and machine when I lived 2 blocks from Joann fabrics. You Tube has some pretty good tutorials. My first project was a simple sundress. An apron would be a good project, but buy a pattern. That way you will learn the terms.
“It always looks darkest just before it gets totally black.”-Charlie Brown
try something really easy like a potholder or a half apron. look for patterns that say , easy to sew or fun and easy , don't give up with your first couple of tries . Good luck ; hugs sheila
I just started sewing lessons (with CJ ). It had been years since I took sewing in high school. My first project was napkins, then onto reversible napkins and then napkins with rick rack peeking out :) I am learning how to sew 'curves' right now.