I got rid of my machine years ago after a few disastrous attempts at sewing, so my very simplified version is done by hand. (livefromjulieshouse.com)
After viewing the previous disastrous attempt with my students, I made sure everybody knew what they were doing this time, going over the directions with them for about 30 minutes. (educationworld.com)
Building relationships on the road is a tricky one too, especially romantic relationships — I had a couple of disastrous attempts in my first year as a nomad! (theprofessionalhobo.com)