I have learned over the years that what other people think of me is none of my business. Do you enjoy quilting? Do you love picking out the pattern and the fabrics? Does your heart beat a little faster when a new idea darts through your mind? Do people love to see your quilts? These are the things that matter, not what anyone else thinks or may say. There are so many quilters on this board ready and eager to help us get better at quilting. Search the tutorials on the board. I had to resort to using Thangles to get my HSTs to match, now I don't need them anymore. I haven't attempted circles either but I am not going to let them beat me and neither are you. Hugs to you and keep on quiltin'