Sorry, but I can't agree with you. I have been to dozens of quilt shows and love every single one of them. I learned to quilt from a really good teacher and she taught me some things that assure me that my quilts are going to turn out just fine. I think the most important thing is to sew those seams a scant 1/4 inch and then press them down. I decided right from the beginning to piece quilt tops that I knew I could do. Sure, I wanted to make a Drunkard's Path but decided that baby will have to wait until I get some basics down. Now I feel assured my quilts will look good when finished. I am not really a person who wants her quilts to be shown but I was just accepted into a show that will start later this month. One of the quilts I acquired and the lady who made it has long passed. But I admire her work and wanted others to see it. If I do the best I can in making a quilt, then that's good enough.