I think I posted before on this pattern - as I renamed it 'Jack the Ripper'. The pattern I followed was in a book by Deloa Jones. I also had a hard time with the Y Seams, so I remember somehow struggling through it by just 'smashing those seams' with a steam iron. Made my way through it, and got first place in our Quilt Show! It really is beautiful when done, so just patiently figure out your own easiest way to accomplish it. Good luck!!!! It will be worth it.