Wishing your hubby an uneventful deployment and a speedy and healthy return. If you have stash and it works for the patter, I think you'd be silly not to use it. As it is, you will have plenty to keep you busy and plenty to spend your money on.
I think it is a neat pattern and I bet he will love it - not just for the obvious reasons.
Hang in there and we are here for you too.