continuous curves in squares, pumpkin seeds in sashes....hard to put design idea into words.....look at some of the stencil sites to get some ideas.....do a lot of doodling on paper until you get something you like, then do on machine. I do my quilting on a LA, so I cannot relate to doing it on a DM. I think if I had to, I would "pencil in" some of the design work before I made the sandwich, just like in handquilting, then it will be easier for you to see where you are in the process.