Jan, thanks so much for sharing from your vast experience! You are such a great resource!
Fatquarters, THANK YOU for mentioning the 31 days of walking foot designs. I've not seen this before, lots to explore here.
http://blog.petitdesignco.com/2012/1...-quilting.html
Also, check out Craftsy quilting class by Jacquie Gering, Creative Quilting with Your Walking Foot. It's an excellent class! I learned a lot.