In everything we do we have moments like this. Even our husbands / friends / children etc, have moments. The very best advice I can offer is to walk away from it for today. Go back tomorrow with fresh eyes and you will be surprised at how easily things will fall together. Being the quilting is new to me, I only have experience in sewing clothes, and crafts. However, I have to walk away sometimes. Even when DH is working on a M/C I can hear him cursing and tell him the same thing. Walk away and tomorrow will be better. He says he has to just get the words in the right order and things will be fine. lol. Best of luck and be sure to post what you decide to do. I personally like your idea!
Best of luck