Oh, Diana you are missing the fun of trading blocks. I have a Block Trade in the classifieds right now and there is no danger that you will not get a block as you are exchanging with me.
It is simple, I make Log Cabin blocks, just about one a day and wish to trade with anyone who signs up. They would be making a 9 patch for me.
So if you are interested find the Block trade ad in the classifieds and sign up.
I agree with you re: the colors and designs. Not all of us can afford to go out and buy special fabric for a block and even if we can, mostly I don't even have a response telling me they receive it, whether they liked it or whatever.
The way I'm doing it is not complicated, Very simple and straigjht forward. You be my friend and I'll be yours and we will trade our Good Will.