Looks a LOT better than my first attempt. Good for you!

great job love the colors

Very pretty! I have real trouble doing fmq as my back of the quilt looks like I have skipped stitches. Any suggestions, please.

I think you did a fantastic job. I admire your work.

You did great, if you finished your 1st time, you're on your way. Don't stop now, started thinking about your next one.

Great job on your FMQ. Love the vine.

Very pretty! The quilting looks great and I love your color choices.

Very pretty and love your vines.

Wow...first time..you did great!!! I have been FMQ'ing for two years now and still just do a simple meandoring...you are brave and did a wonderful job!

Looks great. Love the pattern, colors and the quilting. I been to scared to try FMQ.

From what I have read and experienced first hand, there is a real marriage between stitch length, tension, and the speed in which you move the fabric, especially with curves. I had a similar problem at first, but I kept making sample quilt sandwiches on which to practice. Eventually, it got more comfortable. Also, I made sure I sued the same thread in both top and in the bobbin. FMQ is like a dance; where practice is the only way to really learn the steps.

Thanks bstock. I can't wait to try again. Aren't fabric colors just the greatest thing ever? That is half the fun of quilting--choosing the colors.

Thanks Helen. I'm anxious to start another project. I really enjoyed doing this. I can see where as it gets more comfortable, the results improve. I really can't see myself doing an entire quilt this way, but I can easily imagine mixing hand-quilting with FMQ.

Thanks Cris. Hey, I live in Arkansas now, but I used to live in Lisle, which would have made us practically neighbors.

You can. Just jump right in with both feet. You might like it.

Thanks for the kind words.

Thanks Cindy, you are too kind. I do want to keep working at it--that's for sure.

Thanks for justflyingin to comment. :) Thanks for the kind words. I agree that the first time is the hardest. I'm anxious to try again.

Thanks Ellen.

Thanks Vinae; I appreciate all this encouragement. I can't wait to do another project.

Thanks Sewfine. I won't say it is easy, but it is so worth it, especially when all these wonderful words of encouragement come your way. Learning is key; then comes practice. Can't wait to see what you make.

Thanks Heather.

Thanks Babs. I appreciate it.

Thanks Brenda. Wow, a new machine--how can you hold yourself back? You go girl! I have a very adequate Jenome machine that was probably the cheapest they ever made, but she is a work horse. If I had a new machine, I doubt I would even stop for lunch or dinner. I can't wait to see how you make that machine sing.

Thanks DebbE!

Thanks nunnyJo. Don't sell yourself short. After seeing the beautiful quilt as your avatar, I'd bet you could do anything you set your mind to.

Thanks Grandma Peg.

Thanks rj. I love everything about quilting.

Thanks gramacheri. Don't be scared. It is great fun to try. Make pot holders or something. See if you like it. You will be so happy you did.

Thanks ItsJustMe. It can be a little intimidating, and I'm not over my fear of it either, but everything is scary the first time. It does get easier (as I try to convince myself). I get anxiety just about every time I take my scissors to new fabric too, but it feels great to conquer the fear.

Thanks Sally. That is exactly how I felt about it. I still consider myself a newbie at all things quilting and I've done seven already. There are so many techniques to master; I think I'll be a newbie forever. I too, do lots of research. There is no better way to learn something than to just jump in. Thanks again.

Thanks jamsbuying. I think I might be on my way. This quilting journey is so much more exciting than I ever dreamed. I love it. I will be a quilter forever.

Thanks for the kind words.

Thanks Wanabee Quiltin. This pattern really gave me fits, but I like how it came together finally. Give it a try, and don't forget to post pics.

Thanks Alma. I can't wait to do another.

Thanks--I'm anxious to try another project. I didn't like the pattern while I was doing it, but when it came together, it was quite satisfying.

Thanks for the encouraging words.

Thanks Twinkie. I have a long way to go to be where I want to be, but at least I'm on the road. I love everything about quilting.

Coming from a pro, and practically a neighbor for that matter, I'm really flattered. I visited your website--wow! Long arm quilting just blows me away. I'm sad that I don't have the money or the space for such an endeavor, so this will have to be the next best thing. I have a long way to go--I know that. But the journey is just as fun as actually reaching the destination. I can't wait to start the next project. :-)

Thanks for the kind words.