I have made ten of the Shannon Cuddle (minkee) blankets that are pieced and quilted as you go to a minkee backing, and the secret is basting spray, lots of pins and a walking foot. My first one I didnt use a walking foot, and I was almost in tears, because I was already committed to make the rest for my grand-darlings for Christmas. The walking foot made all the difference in the world. Don't give up. Minkee is wonderful stuff and also another tip for it as well as all fleece is to NOT use fabric softener or a dryer sheet when laundering them. Use the rubber dryer balls, or some crinkled up balls of aluminum foil in the dryer to fluff it and take away some of the static electricity. Good luck.