Me and my Bernina Artista

My Aunt Mary generously gave me her old Bernina Artista several years ago, and while I use the machine for regular sewing - I've put off learning to use the embroidery module. In some ways, I think it's good that I put it off because the thread alone could put a person in the poorhouse.

But, I want to make a quilt for my great nephew Noah and also for a new nephew or niece who is about to appear any day.

It's fun, but I have a lot to learn - my first attempt is shown above. I have to learn about alignment and puckering....but, I'm on my way (like I need another crafty thing to play with).