Hi Kelly from me in Georgia.So glad you joined this wonderful board.Your quilting journey will be better now for this board offers so much in ways that can help you grow with your quilting. Congrats on your new machine.I know you felt so happy.Such a wonderful gift.You said your first attempt was a failure.May I suggest this to you,the way I see things is nothing is a failure is you learn something from it.Be sure to ask questions,for someone will be glad to help you.Everyone is so generous with tips,advice and eager to see others grow in their quilting skills.See you around.