luvTooQuilt

Those were not meant to be in that quilt.. Put them aside for another quilt.. a scrappy perhaps... Just dont fret.. Enjoy the process.. if your NOT having fun and quilting has become a 'chore' then find another outlet.. But make sure its something you really want to give up..

kwiltkrazy

can you show us what you have already? Then we would be more able to help you.

Zyngawf

I just wanted to tell you you aren't the only one to totally fowl up today. I'm gonna start my own thread for mine, but I think what I would do with yours is put it all aside and start another for now. All of those you have are cut pieces the right size and color for something else even if they don't end up in the same quilt.

fixfido

I cannot count the number of times I've messed up in a similar way. The interesting thing (and probably one of the things I love most about quilting) is that they WILL eventually be perfect for something. Some of the best quilts I've ever made came out of a strong desire not to toss something that didn't work out the way I originally planned. It has forced me to create some original patterns and, in the end, I've been more proud of those quilts than any others. I absolutely understand your frustration, but I honestly believe those mistakes were simply made for another quilt. Keep your chin up!

Jackie Spencer

Oh Please don't give up. We all make mistakes. I have been quilting over 40 years and I still make mistakes, some were really dumb too. Just lay it aside for awhile. Do you have a friend that makes quilts? Maybe the 2 of you can come up with idea's or a different pattern to use. Hang in there ok. Hugs from me too.

GrammaNan

You sound really down on yourself, be kind. If someone else came to you with this scenario you would tell them the same thing. It takes time to get back in the swing of things when you have been away for awhile, I know I have just been through it myself. Take a deep breath and carry on. I am sure you can figure out how to save this quilt. I live just south of you, maybe it's the weather that is getting you down. (Lots of snow). Everything will be fine, just don't give up. We are here for you!

coopah

It's just fabric. It can't think and you can. Go away from it for awhile. That might be a week or a couple of months. Think about how it could be changed and still be useful. Maybe you need to shop for some fabric (oh hurt me!) that you could work in to make it all come out looking fine. Or maybe just donate the pieces and parts to a thrift store and go start over on a different project. Whatever you decide, know that you can do things well, just one boo-boo isn't going to devastate you forever. I mean that in a kind way. Start looking for the positives. They're there. Honest!

terri bb

i ditto her comment!

Painiacs

Dont give up we have all been there! You've gotten great advice! Have some chocolate, cry take a break n regroup! You can do it!! :-) show us what you make!! :-)

Quantum Leap

Take a step back from it and give yourself some space
We all have made mistakes
What pattern are you doing ?