Originally Posted by May in Jersey

Take it easy on yourself and find the level of quilting you are most comfortable with and enjoy yourself.

I found that I became stressed trying to make every quilt different from the last one, perfect seams, quilting, etc. until I realized I'm never going to be a great piecer or quilter. Now I aim to make as many quilts as I can for family, friends and charities. I have often challenged myself by trying new patterns and blocks, even curves and the dreaded Y seams, but D9P, 9 patch with snow balls, Chinese coins, pinwheels, stars and string blocks are my favorites. They are quick to do and by varying fabrics, colors and combination of blocks they each look different. So far none one has complained so I must be on the right track.