Don't be discouraged...most all of us have had a "kiss" or two on the back of our quilts. I do what fabuchiki does, only I use the biggest black binder clips I can get from the office supply (never thought of looking at the dollar store. Note to self...look there next time! LOL). I have a big 6-foot folding table that I use and do it in sections. Then I'm a scruncher when I put it into my machine. I have a Janome with an average-sized throat. I've done LOTS of sofa throws (mine tend to be almost twin size so whoever gets them can share :wink: ), but did an oversized queen quilt for my bed. A walking foot is invaluable...soooooo worth it.