I do use pen and paper to practice FMQ. When i want to learn a new pattern I copy it over and over and over one every scrap of paper that crosses my path. The thread tension thing is rather simple compared to learning how to move the quilt around to get a design sewn onto it! Take your time and practice as ofeten as you can. As previous posters have suggested, adjust the upper thread tension a little to tighten it. I found that on my machine if I pull the top thread and then the bobbin thread and the tug feels about the same then I am close to having a balanced tension. Keep on stitching!
peace
EDIT: TerrimB, Love the cat!
Last edited by ube quilting; 05-05-2012 at 06:03 PM.