Well, this has been a learning experience. I did not realize that the thick batting would make a difference. I did quilt horizontal lines and I did not have too many problems. Using the safety pins helped alot. I quilted around the edges of the middle portion. I don't think I will sew any vertical lines. I have not purchased the thin batting for any quilts, mainly because I like mine to be thick and warm. Anyway, for future quilts, I will make better choices
