I want to pop in here to encourage you to go ahead and start practicing with the machine you have!! I used a very basic machine for several years and didn't know any better!! It does work and I also recommend you start on practice squares you have sandwiched together. Then, maybe try a small inexpensive panel. The above threads have lots of great ideas that are so helpful. I recently showed several friends the way I FMQ and they all tried, too. One lady had the nicest stitches and fairly smooth curves the first effort she made! Most of the others felt like they were all thumbs, and that is how I felt, too. I am always excited to encourage anyone to get started-old and young alike. It is fun to create with thread. Enjoy!!!
Last edited by jillnjo; 04-07-2012 at 06:15 AM.