When I did a corduroy quilt, I had a variety but that doesn't matter. I did large squares (8 inches maybe) the same size front and back. Heavy as all get out! Tied with about 3/8" wide varigated ribbon I found in the crochet section of the craft department at each intersection. Used a big yarn needle to poke the ribbon through and pulled with needlenose pliers. It turned out great and my friend loves it...even named it 'Blankelroy'.
Doing yours turning the fabric in different directions would work much the same as having several different colors.