I just recently took a free motion quilting class and have watched many online videos. When I first tried it, I was sure I would never be able to do it because it just seems counter-intuitive to me to move the fabric under the needle - like moving the paper under the pen. Good grief!! But I stuck with it and have practiced on more muslin sandwiches that I can count and I think I'm finally getting the hang of it. It takes hours and hours of practice. I even caught myself "air practicing" the other day while I was out walking. It's a muscle memory thing - eventually the motion will be automatic. I'm not there yet either, but getting closer... Don't give up!!
