I do sketch and colour some quilt patterns before trying them. Sometimes the sketch is enough and I change my mind. It does help me decide if I want to try it in fabric.
yes mame I do. I draw my quilts out and color them. I have them when I first started quilting in the early 70's I have a couple of the quilts as well from back then.
I have always drafted out my own designs because that is how my Mom did. I am just now starting to use other patterns ..after about 50 quilts! lol Happy Quilting!!