I've been recommending these to people but I get the impression that waiting for a hard copy is a deterrent for those who are used to the abracadabra of downloading. Just a suggestion!
My sister is learning to sew with the help of these and the Lisette patterns and is very happy with the progress she is making. This after the discouraging experience of paying for lessons from someone who didn't bother to teach her how to finish a seam!