Mine aren't always even but then again...it's hand quilting. I love to hand quilt. YOu can always take it with you . I am currently setting up a place in my bedroom so late at night I can have a quilt rack there for sewing.
I never use a thimble because I learned without one, I don't use templates but I found one I am going to try. It's feathers around a circle. Always room to try more things.
Then I have 2 tops I am having longarmed but someone here. Have to decide who. LOL.