I tried the FSL yesterday and was pretty pleased with the results. I used two layers of Sulky Solvy and a size 12 microtex needle. This provided better support than one layer. I used the size 12 needle since Embroidery Library recommended an 11 but I only had a 10 or 12. I think I'll try it again with Quilty Louise's suggestion of a 14 and one layer.
I was open to other stabilizers but - even though Joann's showed the Pellon in the store - they only had the Sulky.
Will keep experimenting.
Quiltnut, yours came out great.