I had to look super close. I am so new to this. Is the cable supposed to have three loops on each side...er six strands!? It doesn't glare at me, but if I knew it was supposed to be a certain way, and couldn't live with it, I would change it. But what I hear is your heart wanting to make sure your dear grandmother sees it before she dies, so time is more precious than precision. (I abhor the word "perfect" because perfectionism can be paralyzing). I would give it to her to feel the joy of her receiving your gift, then explain--don't apologize-- that you want to make it to the best of your ability out of love for her, to really honor her with your best craftsmanship. Not sure why undoing hand quilting is a house rule. Screw that . I don't serve oversalted soup just because it's taken time to make: I add a potato to absorb the excess salt. My eaters are worth it and I know how to make soup taste its best, so I will.