Very, very pretty top. I would say "lesson learned" and make another one if you have enough fabrics.

Well, it's finished and ready to be gifted. I did remember seeing in all my pinterest browsing, that someone used a hammer to flatten seams. So - I used a hammer on the major seams where several points came together. Believe it or not, it flattened them out quite a bit, now I like it better. If I had left them alone it would have been like sleeping on a ball. lol
Thanks for all of your advice!

I think you did a fantastic job on your first quilt. If it were me, I would wrap it up & give it to baby. I would not mention to anyone about any faults you think it might have. Most people do not notice flaws but are just so thrilled to receive something handmade with love. No quilt will ever be perfect (no matter how many you've made) but it will be finished and ready to gift to someone who will love it. I'm proud of you and your quilt.

lol, forgot about the hammer. Yes, when all else fails whack it into submission :)

Love the fabric, cute little elephants! Nice job on the piecing. And I would proudly give it as is. Why go to all the work of redoing when it looks good and can do the job of cuddling? Babies love their blankies.

Wonderful...and yes the hammer is a good tool to use. I've used it often, especially on denim seams.

Beautiful quilt!

I think you did a great job! Glad you decided to gift it. I've used a hammer before to tame seams when sewing garments. I have a small (light weight) hammer that lives in my corsetry tool box and is only used for sewing.