Hi, I think that is the soulution. To make a square all has to be equal no matter how you arrange them. Good Luck. I'm back on machine again. Holidays hard. Happy New Year. I remember a few years ago that nothing seemed right when I was learning but I kept on quilting. I actually won three blue ribbons at the Acton Fair (Maine) so I was proud of my 2nd year of sewing. Take care.