being a longarmer is not something that happens overnite--well there are a few for which that did happen, but for most of us it is learning process. Now there are so many places to get ideas, hints, help, classes, books, etc., but it still takes time and patience. A dry erase board is a good way to practice hand movements. The trick is getting the machine and you to move at the same speed...........Practice on sandwiches of muslin or fabric that you really will not use in anything else......slowly, but surely it will come to you and you will then have fun........Jut keep us posted....