Shirley, I know exactly how you felt trying to FMQ the center. I tried to quilt a , one size fits all quilted snuggie, in my Brother XR7700 Brother with a 5" throat space. I believe I may have invented ,some new words in the process, of quilting it. I can say your flower medallions look marvenous compared to mine and I wouldn't be ashamed to show your queen quilt at all. I love the colors and I agree with your DH. Enjoy it for years to come. :-D :-D :-D