So, this is how it turned out... When I went to load the quilt, the batting was a tiny bit bigger than what it originally measured out at. I had already added a piece down one side as you can see so loaded it with skimpy margins on both sides. I’ve travelled the length of the quilt now, ditching it so I can take it off if I don’t get it completely quilted before I need the machine before Christmas projects are ready. I left the extra strip on, attached with iron on Pellon on the backside, just in case. I don’t need it for the quilt, but it has provided a place to test my tension. I’ll include a couple pics of what I’m quilting on it. Thanks for all of your responses!!!
having upload issues... pics will follow