Use basting spray or glue..which is what I use most of the time. And get you some very fine tip scissors. And use tweezers. I keep a pair of tweezers beside me all the time I'm embroidering. You have to be able to hold onto what you are are trying to cut with your really nice scissors. And don't use the ones that came with your machine the tips of those are worthless..go get you the pair you deserve to use. Don't give up!!