Before you start, make sure you have all materials you need, like scissors, sewing items, etc. Nothing kills the motivation of you finding that you need something right in the middle of an intense session. Location helps as well. Here's a listing of what you may need;

- scissors

- seam ripper

- a good table

- needles and thread

- sewing machine with extra needles

- marking item, like chalk, grease pen, or marker

- basting gun

- safety pins