I have been long arming for 5 years. I have yet to really get the hang of feathers and fancy quilting. There is another LQS across the river from me and there are several other ladies that have long arms. 1 lady has been quilting for about 10 years, people in this area know if they want feathers then to go to her. If they want anything else to go to either of the shops. With me running a shop, having a husband and children that are still in school I have never made the time to push myself to really learn them. Trust me, YOU will find your own niche'. Just give it time and practice, practice and practice even more.