I just found this thread and have read all the posts!!! Just what I needed. I have a Babylock Ellisimo and have really enjoyed this machine. I love this machine. I've learned bits and pieces with embroidery and have made 3D fall leaves and christmas decorations. I also made mug rugs with embroidery designs. I made a family tree quilt with all the branches and leaves depicting sons and daughters and grand and great grand children (128 names) for my MIL's 90th birthday party. I've made other quilts but just stitched in the ditch and a very small amount of fm (not so good at this task). It's all been fun.
I still need to learn quilting in the hoop. I've messed up several times with the hooping. Gail-r do you have your e-book completed and are you still teaching the art of hooping? I want to tap into your knowledge. Since you don't live too far away from me I would love to take a class from you.
I've enjoyed reading what you all are doing.