Do you think I am being too hard on myself

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09-30-2010, 02:13 PM

#61

CoriAmD

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yes, you are being what we all are - our own worst critic. There is a saying, I think someone here uses it at the end of their postings "finished is better than perfect".

09-30-2010, 02:32 PM

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garysgal

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I think that if it bothers you so much that it keeps you up at night, then change it. Otherwise, listen to your husband, he gives good advice!!

09-30-2010, 04:28 PM

#63

Arleners

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Follow the 10 foot rule. If you can't see the "error" at 10 feet, keep going.

09-30-2010, 04:33 PM

#64

jacqstash

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Agree with husband! My newest saying is "Close Enough".

09-30-2010, 05:23 PM

#65

yellowsnow55

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yes, like most of us

09-30-2010, 05:27 PM

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madamekelly

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Quote:

Originally Posted by EagarBeez

I am in the process of making my 4th quilt. It's going to be a bagello. I noticed when I ironed the 4th row, that a few of my blocks are off just a smidge. You don't notice them from just looking at it, but, close up, I can see them. They are not off very drastically, and I am going to be tying this quilt. I was going to rip it all out, and my husband says "no one is perfect and no quilt is perfect". He also said that it is being made with love and following through and finishing is better then tossing it in a corner

God does not make quilts. He sent us to do it, knowing we were all far from perfect. Enjoy the process. Again, straight lines do not make a quilt any warmer!

09-30-2010, 05:49 PM

#67

SueKitten1

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I fully agree with your husband!!

09-30-2010, 06:34 PM

#68

jitkaau

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Quote:

Originally Posted by EagarBeez

He's right. Even when being judged, meeting - up can be off by a stitch and still be classified OK.It is the overall appearance that counts and better luck next time.