My first experience with FMQ was much the same as yours. I was terrified! I jumped in on a very special quilt for great grandchild and had so much fun with it, I now always look forward to that part and trying new designs! You'll do great!! Just relax and breathe! The hardest part is getting your speed to where you get your best results. It won't take long to figure that out though! Enjoy!! What a wonderful feeling of accomplishment you'll have when you're done!