Msfarquar, I want to extend a hand in friendship and Welcome you to MSQC! I think the scariest thing when approaching any new skill, is that you can't impart in mere words how do I truly get started, and how tentative you feel at first. Not to worry! Between Jenny's wonderful tutorials, and this forum, you'll be whizzing along in a very short time. I'm such a "visual" learner it's NOT funny! A show me kind of gal. We all have different learning methods and approaches, and this Forum is very open to them all. Though I am not an advanced machine quilter, not that it's a goal for me, In time it will happen, I certainly am glad I found MSQC and am once again quilting. Don't hesitate to ask questions, a great mentor once told me, "The only dumb question, is the one that is not asked." pretty sage advice, and one that has served me well over the years. Glad you found us!