I never make the same pattern twice as I'm easily bored I try and challenge myself by learning new techniques etc. That being said, I love BOM's and of course, those are in the colors chosen for that pattern. If I don't like those colors, I don't buy it LOL When I choose a pattern I seldom choose the "cover" colors, preferring to make it my own. I have branched out and made a few design decisions and am usually pleased, as is the recipient. So........I guess I do what suits me at the time.