I have quilted several large quilts on my Bernina 1130. It is important to have a large flat surface for the quilt. I stitch in the ditch to stabilize the blocks or sections in the quilt and then work on one section at a time. If you stabilize in this manner it is not even necessary to start quilting in the center. I have found that the whole process is easier since I started using Elmer's washable school glue to baste with. It was much harder in the days of using safety pins. I have gotten to the part that I enjoy the FMQing the most.