Createfourpaws: "I have started another one that is not on muslin. Just piecing it together and trimming to get straight lines. I for the long side I am going to put some together in smaller pieces so no long strips." Did you rearrange the four sections after you cut them before sewing back together--can't think why that wouldn't have worked. Oh well. I know what you mean -- you want what you want! Start with a five sided piece and it will work out better probably! Sorry I lead you down a wrong path earlier.