My first FMQ is a Christmas quilt that comes out this time of year. Embarrassing! Here are my tips:
1. relax
2. stop and start with the needle in the down position
3. work in small areas (don't try to do too much at one time)
4. you probably need a faster needle speed (and slower fabric motion speed) than you think.
I have gotten much better and I sure you will, too! It is true what they say: Practice makes perfect.