Mary when you first start handquilting your stitches aren't small . You just need to practice and eventually your stitches become smaller . I heard an experienced quilter on " Simply Quilts " say your stitches don't have to be small , just consistant in length . My stitches aren't that small but not big either . I never measured mine .
I recently started doing something . I've sewed for over 35 years and I never liked the way a whip stitch looks . Especially on my quilt binding . I started using the invisible stitch that is used in needle turn applique . Totally invisible :D I like the way it looks a lot better . Give it a try . Annie