1.  Oh, Fransson!'s binding method works (be sure to cut strips 2.5 inches!). Loving the hidden stitches and crisp mitered corners.  Next time, use a thimble when hand-stitching...

2.  For some reason, making a small quilt is not nearly as satisfying as making a larger one.  At least it looks respectable all folded up. Best to go bigger next time.  Toddler bed quilts?  Throw quilts?  Twin quilts (gulp!)?

3.  Don't judge a quilt until it's quilted.  My goodness what a BIG difference that little bit of texture makes!

4. Um, press the quilt before photographing. Yes, it's really necessary.

5. Working from a pattern (Oh, Fransson! New Wave with modifications) is not all that creatively fulfilling even when it's a cool design.  Enjoyed making the quilt back (especially the quilting design) more than the front... because I created it.