Beautiful quilts. I make scrappy quilts with my scraps too.....I haven't tried your way. I usually just sew scraps together, then square up my block to 6-1/2". Use 2" sashing. Have one I used 4-1/2" blocks. My g/schildren love those to snuggle in and watch TV........I have used flannel for the backing.....Really makes them cozy. My next one will be YOUR way. I like yours .