I did the blocks as a Stack/Whack/Shuffle class in August. It was meant to be a Christmas present for my Mother. It ended up being a late Christmas/Birthday present for her. I had the top finished in the fall as well as the quilting done very close to Christmas. I was not motivated to do the handstiching on the binding. I hate this finishing task. I just sat down today and finshed the last side an a half! My Mom received this today and already seeing it she was happy with it as its her colors!