You have to be OK with it not being perfect. I'm not even a perfectionist, but after I spend a lot of time piecing and love the top, I want the quilting to look as good. I too just "went" for it. I'm not great at it, but can do a respectable job meandering, loops and stippling. Just keep at it and try to lose your fear of making mistakes. You will, but more than likely you will be the only one that knows that. I am taking my first class this weekend and am really looking forward to getting some actual instruction.