I like your idea Dotty. I made mine soon after I signed up, it reminds me of my state, Oregon. It may not be the preferred color but I hope my SP likes surprises as much as I do. I modified a pattern I found that had a holiday theme.
Some people seem so inspired and talented which is kind of intimidating to a beginner, but I think swaps like this are about the fun of meeting people. I've read all the posts, it's enjoyable.
I like everything but I'm partial to girly type flowery stuff and pastels. On the other hand I intend to make a modern type quilt of bold batiks (Purples, Reds, Black) with the QB BOTM blocks. I made a paper pieced needle-book for an exchange here on the QB with yellows and reds and orange which are not my style but reminded me of the state where I was sending it to -- and I learned something new!