I have a Viking MegaQuilter which is the same machine as the Hobby Quilter - you will love it for FMQ!! The extension table is so nice. I use a Supreme Slider on it, set my stitch length to 0 and lower the pressor foot pressure to about 2. I have a Juki FM foot which is smaller so you can see where the needle is going much better. I also taped a piece of sponge to my foot control so I can't go too fast as the slowest speed on the machine is still too fast for me. I have better control at a slower speed. Took a class from Patsy Thompson and am addicted to feathers!! :D Enjoy your machine - they're great at piecing too!! Marlene