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l teach fmq when l'm in Fla. First, you need to "plan" what you're going to quilt, and practice that on paper or a white board...it builds confidence.lf possible, put your machine into a table,desk, or counter with a cut-out so the surface is flush. Get a slider and some gloves w/grips ( Fonz & Porter ones are inexpensive & come in a couple of sizes). Drop the feeddogs ( l don't care what Leah Day says...try it) . There is a 3 in one floating foot put out by Janome...it has a part you attach to the machine and 3 choices of feet to screw onto it ( a ruler foot, a 'c' foot, and a clear bull's eye.) lt can be adjusted up/down to accomodate tge thickness of your batting with a thumb screw. It'll fit your machine if it has a low shank. As far as the actual sewing goes...practice, practice, practice. Just relax , breath, and do a little every day. By the time a couple of weeks pass, you'll be amazed at your progress!