It helps me to do a practice square to warm myself up before starting on my quilt. Music of choice and relax, relax, relax and don't work so hard at it....enjoy the flow and movement. Try and not cross your lines....puzzle type pieces or just free flowing motions.....try and not be too angular but softer curves. You did great for your first try! Go to Leah's website....daystyle designs (I think) and you'll get a lot of tips, designs and helpful info.