I'm with you. I've started doing some QAYG but in 3 strips, then each border. It seems like a lot of work but I've been happy with the results. It certainly gives me more options with the quilting. I'll never be capable of the feathers and other fancy ideas mainly because I don't like just practicing. I've joined a smocking group and I was working on a project last week and one lady said I was an over achiever. I've thought about that ever since and I think she's right. I just don't see "simple". I seem to have to put my all in to everything. My mum always told me "if it's worth doing it's worth doing well". I think she made me what I am. At least I always know I've done my best, which isn't perfect but is my best although I'm sometimes disappointed in my accomplishments. Oh well I'm to old to change now.