About the FMQ, I say just go for it! I did watch a lot of youtube videos and did research. I also think I avoided a lot of tension and drag problems by buying quilting gloves, the supreme slider(I have since added vinyl on the sewing table and ironing board to help with the bulk of the quilt) and the Little Genie Magic Bobbin Washers. I had 3 thread snarls on the back of the whole quilt and that was it. Just start with something you don't really care about, like practice sandwiches or a panel.