Originally Posted by
Treasureit
Agree with needing stabilizer. I do a lot of machine applique and I use coffee filters for stabilizer and don't have a problem. Turns take some practice... turning left stop with the needle down to the right. Right turn - needle down on the left. You better try that on a practice piece first...it is hard to remember without doing it.
I've had good luck with using coffee filters as well. Even tissue paper works and it's cheap as well. Especially if you buy the plain or white from the dollar store.