Blocks from all over
I belong to an Interquilt Group. Most of us have never met, but one month out of each year, we get to request two blocks from each of the members. Since there are 10 of us, that's about enough for a good-sized quilt top. Sometimes instructions are included, sometimes fabrics are forwarded to each member so the blocks will have something in common, sometimes only certain colors are specified. In any event, it's fun, and has made me try some things that I probably wouldn't have otherwise.
Last year I requested the "Interlocking Chain" blocks made from plaids. The top is now complete, with a plaid flannel backing for my husband....just in time for cooler weather!