are you signed on to the Janome Horizon Yahoo Group Lots of good info there.

skipped stitches/ uneven stitches usually means it's time to change the needle- prehaps you need a different size / type of needle for the thread/sandwich combo you are using
there is always a new learning curve- when learning a new machine-
breath- relax- trouble shoot the stitch quality/tension issues- and practice- it will get better. :)

I did have to change the tension a little on mine, but I think that's all about how I FMQ.

You'll get it right, it just takes practice, I like how mine works.

I also use the Supreme Slider as well so the movement is smooth.

I went back and re-read the manual, down at the bottom of the page there is a caution against pulling the fabric toward you while using the open toe foot to FMQ. I was using regular sewing thread and it would shred and break when I pulled the fabric toward me. I have not tried using the closed toe, but will try it in my next practice session. I agree with you that it is near impossible to to FMQ without moving the fabric toward you. I got good results when moving side to side.

You might also want to do a search. I believe this has been discussed before and hopefully some suggestions/solutions out there. Good luck.

I have the 7700 but haven't yet tried FMQ on it.

I am signed on there too, but I think my the information is actually better here. Thanks. I do appreciate all comments. :)

I was impressed with her. I saved her on my favorites. Thanks. Hopefully all this help will get my fmq working properly. :)