First the dreaded 3 words Practice, Practice Practice!! For seeing the pattern try some use a wedge to tilt their machine towards them and a really good light. For me I just sat down at my machine and decided to make FMQ my friend we started out in the middle and just went with it. I can do a stipple pretty good. I watched Leah Day she has some amazing ideas and a video for each one. I also found that if you trace your pattern several times with your finger and it does help with remembering the pattern you want. I hope this helps good luck!!