I love black & white Our guild did a challenge with strips which were passed around. Since I was a beginner I did all my own strips as I did not care to ruin others quilts. I used coral or tangerine as a third color. I am now making a black/white with lime green. They all think next time I should join the passing so I guess I pass inspection. I am not a lover of red - or really many bright colors. Muted colors are better for me.