I own a Janome 350 and have made quilts for the grandchildren by embroidering the fabric first and then squaring up the blocks to the size required, Then I go on to construct the quilt as per directions. I find this much easier than quilting in the hoop. Currently I am finishing the embroidery on a queen size quilt with 12" embroidered squares. However the approach of Christmas has pushed it aside for the present time.