I got the Singer Quilting Confidence machine a few weeks ago and couldn't be happier with it. But one of the things I thought I was going to love about it was being able to machine applique. (So many quilt ideas floating in my head!)

But i'm having so much trouble getting the Satin stitch to do what I want. I've adjusted the width and length but can't seem to get it right. It either comes out more like a basic zigzag, with too much fabric showing in between, or if it does what I think I want it to do, (stitches nice and close together and flowing) it stalls and won't feed thru the machine.

I'm using both fusible web and a stabilizer. I've watched umpteen youtube videos, and just can't seem to duplicate what they're making look so easy!

The one thing I know I'm not doing, that they are, is "pulling my thread thru". What does that mean? Can someone help me with that? I've also seen reference to that when watching "stitch in the ditch" videos.

You guys are always so wonderful and have such helpful ideas, I hope someone can assist me!

TIA!

Kathey