I started quilting with log cabin patterns because they always look beautiful to me. I have never had any problems with them. I cut all the strips (carefully) and arrange the colors just how I want them before I start to sew. Then just keep a 1/4" seam - my Janome has a 1/4" foot and markings on the throat plate. I am thinking about paper piecing a small log cabin quilt or wall hanging just for the fun of learning pp, but not because of problems. However you make it, it will be beautiful!