I agree with Kwiltkrazy. Don't despair. It's all just a matter of finding out what works for you and you might even discover a technique that nobody else has mentioned. If it works for you then do it. It does take time for no matter which technique and the only way to find out if it works is to practice. On my medieval quilt I will be using a variety of techniques including crossing my fingers and praying it will turn out well.
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