I think Bargello is much easier than it looks. I love doing it and have done one lap quilt size and several placemats sets of six. Also there is a American Flag pattern that is Bargello that I have done. I plan to do more Bargello when I finish the many ufo's that are calling tome. Just go for it but start out with easier patterns and then you will love it. I too did a Lone Star years ago and I found it to be very frustrating but I finished it and it turned out good. I donated it to a Silent Auction for a Charity.