Originally Posted by belmer
I would set it aside for a while and put a few sandwiches (blocks with top,batting and backing) together and just keep practicing your FMQ until you feel comfortable with it. and I would also use the 505 basting spray to keep the puckers out. Just my opinion, I feel if you put that much time into piecing it you might be so much happier quilting it yourself. Good luck to you!
That's exactly what I did this morning. I made a couple squares. My feathers didn't look so good, but I did make a fairly decent vine with leaves. I'll have to do some more practice.