I didn't think I was going to get my first quilting project done with a regular sewing machine. I use 505 Basting Spray and also pins around the outside. You just have to roll or squish the quilt up to get it into the throat of your machine and there are times it certainly isn't easy. You may only be able to quilt a small section and then have to reposition everything which does become aggravating. Someone else suggested to realize you do have to walk away sometimes and that's so true. Hang in there and keep trying. You'll get it figured out.