Hi Ethel. Don't get discouraged before you start. My tip/hint is get the right tools. I find longer, thinner needles (like millners) are more flexible and allow smaller stitches. Finer thread (silk) is a beauty to work with and probably the MOST important tool of all, thimbles. I use 2 different sized old brass ones with thimble pads on other fingers. I also prefer a small pair of scissors. There's nothing more frustrating than working so hard only to cut your background.
Good luck and hang in there. You can do it! :wink: :wink: