Well I managhed to mess up free motion quilting today on a childs size quilt, and that one was with inexpensive fabric. I am not very good at free motion, meandering or stippling. I think i will stick to straight stitch and save the fandier stuff for small pieces i can fit in may machine and have control. I have to agree with everyone's comments on board. My choice is to PRACTICE on less expensive stuff that probably won't be given away.