Hi, I understand the discouraged part real well. On my first quilt, all was going well, til I sewed my 2 rows together and they didn't match up. I wanted to quit right then & there, but the gals on here encouraged me to rip in out , and keep going. They kept my spirits high and it turned out great. I am now on my 3rd quilt. I started out very simple. 9 & 4 patch. Good Luck on yours, and PLEASE don't give up. Maybe walk away a day or two and look at it thru fresh eyes. Let us know how your coming along.