Sew I need some help...

Patrick got me a sewing machine for Mother's Day...and there are so many projects that I want to get started on, but there is a problem. I really don't know what I'm doing. I earned my sewing badge in Girl Scout's, and I took Apparel in high school, but apparently that's not enough. I need some help. If you happen to sew, or know of any good classes, websites, books that could help a beginner like me out, let me know! I'm ready to sew away!