I don't think it's as bad as you feel it is, but I do understand what you're saying.. the varigated doesn't flow like a real flower... is that it? That's been part of the problem I've had with using varigated threads. they end up a bit choppy.. If you're just using multiple colors, one thing that I think makes the color flow better is to combine the colors in the middle so it's graduated.Not a "line of demarcation" when one stops. Hang in there.. that's going to be awesome!!