Quilting is one part of my life where I have learned to "let go". I will not love everything I make, but there will always be someone who does. I was not real crazy about my Jelly Roll 1600, but I will finish it and either donate it or find a creative way to use.
I did my first Mystery Quilt this year and had a great time, even though others completed steps days/weeks ahead of me, I looked at theirs, and enjoyed their color choices and was anxious to see my results. My piecing skills improved and I learned alot about fabric color choices. It was a great learning experience and I actually love the final result.
Both experiences have given me the courage to step outside my comfort zone occasionally. It can be lots of fun, it is after all just fabric and thread.