Were you reading my mind? I was thinking the exact same thing Sunday evening. EVERY TIME I try to any quilt exactly something doesn't match. I have come to the conclusion that I am the world's worst cutter, have doubts about my reading comprehension (patterns), and forget piecing tops. Pretty much got that 1/4" seam thing right though. What really helps is this quilting board. In addition to learning techniques, etc. I also I learned that there are no quilt police. The best thing is when I finish a quilt for my family and friends. OMG, they think I am so creative and talented. Ha, Ha - they don't see the mistakes and nor do they care. All of this is to just tell you DON'T stop. Even though quilting can be frustrating, I find it to be so relaxing. Doesn't make sense but yet it does. EVERYONE on this board will tell you that. By the way, when I first started, I did sell my supplies,stash, etc. because I couldn't get it right. WELL, found out that I missed it and had to go buy everything else again. Don't walk in my footsteps cuz it is an expensive trip. Take care - you will be fine.