Hand quilting is an art in itself. I just don't seam to have the patients for it. Most LQS in my area have LA's to rent time on. Why not take a class from them and use there LA? Your quilting does not have to fancy, it is only one aspect of the finished quilt. Remember if your not happy with the piecing of the top no amount of fancy quilting will make you happy with it. Keep trying with your DSM. I have seen beautiful award winning work done on one. Whether you hand quilt, LA, or use your DSM it all takes hours and hours of practice to get right. Good luck, keep us posted.