Very nice for your first attempt, it looks great. I agree your later shades are a nicer design. But isn't that the way it goes, the second time is always a little better and takes a little less time.
If you make another one would it be for sale, or would it replace this one. I hope you are in a safe area Bruce. The fires are getting worse out there. We got 4.5" of rain yesterday in just a few hours, too bad it didn't happen out West.
.................. John D....................