I would love to make a perfect quilt but alas, I am human. The best "gift" I received was when I gave my grandson a quilt (that I thought I had messed up) and he was so thrilled with it. It was the "bestest blanket I ever got", he said. So, I try my best but understand that we are our own worst critics and just make "Lovies" for those we care about. It works for me and I know that it will work for you. Enjoy!