Thanks again for suggestions. DH did paint the house last time, but that was some years ago before his quadruple bypass and mini strokes. I plan to do some of the lower stuff, but not the second floor ladder thing. Have been working slowly on a FMQ project, but still haven't found anything to use as a thick ruler with it. I hate the walking foot. Mine keeps sticking or something every few stitches, and I have to flick the little thingy that sticks out on the right. Also it doesn't seem to work right with the batting. Should take Jan to the dealer for help on it, but never get around to it. Oh, well, one keeps going.