I did not know that when sewing strips together you should alternate sewing directions. Newbie, no one around to teach me a thing. I just finished a strip type top of blacks/whites and I guess I got lucky as it didn't look crooked. I'll post pics when I finish quilting. I think I would just try and quilt it like it is and donate it if you don't want to give it to someone like it is. I for one think it is darling and would love to be the recipient of any "wonky" quilt that someone made for me. Afterall, isn't it the thought that counts?