Emma, I had very much considered cutting off one edge like you plan to do. But then my other side said that the lady who gave me the top went to so much trouble to hand piece it and I spent 2 years of my life (mostly at night semi-watching tv) hand quilting it that I decided I did not want to do the last part easy. I can't blame you for wanting to do it and get it done. Please share pics when yours is done. I had to learn several things while doing this so am thinking it is just another exercise for my old brain! LOL!