I just finished a techniques quilt. It is based on Jennie Rayment's books taught at our LQS. I used so many new and different techniques it isn't funny. I can look at it and tell you where they all are. Others in my class was trying to figure out what they would name thiers since techniques didn't sound right. I told them I was calling mine an education quilt; because every block I made was a new experience for me right down to the quilt as you go and the ruffle binding. I don't have to do intentional "mishaps" because I'll do enough unintentional "mishaps" to show it isn't perfect. The good thing is I'm the only quilter in my family and friends and they all love what I do and think I have great talent. So there you go; I get the pat on the back for being talented and no one knows but me all of the mistakes that I made. I'm so good with that. I love my quilt; mistakes and all. I'm getting ready to start teaching myself quilting so I'm sure my mishaps will increase alot with that.