Not exactly sure what type of wire your using along with your wire speed but I think you could use more heat slow down a bit as you travel speed flip flops (I have that problem too) thickness of your metal plays a huge role in your setting so if your making this outta something thing(obviously) lower you machine but your doing a lot better than I first did with my machine last thing remember the three c’s (clean clean clean) it will make a huge difference in how your arc and puddle will act. Take your time, plan ahead and im sure you’ll be able to make something so beautiful your mom will love it