What about a double slice layer cake (Missouri Star)?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxC-0T5lXw4
It really goes together quickly. I am not too sure it is sophisticated, but my guys sure like this pattern. It starts with a layer cake, but I have done it with just five or six fabrics and that looked really good too.
I am so sorry to hear about your quilt. You were so gracious to not go ballistic when you heard the news. I think I'd want the quilt back also...maybe you can make a smaller quilt or something.
Here is a picture of one of my Double Slice Layer Cake quilts, in case it "rings your chimes."
Dina