Well, we certainly are opposites! That's okay, though, that is the best thing about quilting...plenty of room for a variety of tastes. Batiks are my favorite but I will tell you that was not always so. When they first started coming out I really didn't care for them. At the time I was subscribed to Pincushions "Sweet Treat" program. One month they sent me batiks and I immediately proceeded to swap tham with a dear friend who loved them. Then they sent me another pack of batiks and all of a sudden I was in love with them! Go figure. I also love anything glitzy with gold or silver accents and Orientals. I almost hate Thimbleberries (too greyed for me) but have friends who love them. Use very few solids (maybe black for a 1/2" border occasionally). And I think I overdosed on WOWs a few years back.