I'm very new at FMQ. Haven't done a quilt yet. I'm still at the practice sandwiches
which really helps. If you practice everyday you will notice how you improve gradually.
Don't start with feathers, that's for later. First try making some simple loops..different shape, etc.
Simple stuff and work your way up. Have fun.
I have a few books on FMQ but concentrated on Free Motion Quilting Made Easy by Eva Larkin
then moved to other fun stuff like Leah Day, etc.