I rarely use a pattern to make a quilt, mainly because of the "scant 1/4 inch" seam. I design my own patterns or lol make it up as I go. The quilts I make specific for family and friends, I usually measure the person, Height and Arm span, and go with those dimensions. If I make a quilt I want it to be used, Everyone so far has been delighted. They say the quilts are their go to for naps, cuddling, sleeping, road trips, camping, etc. Quilting is an Art, so to me has no rules
Change it up, make it work for you, write your own rules, think outside the box or lol square, if you will. I don't want to own or make a quilt that is like everyone else's, And size is as important as design, color scheme, etc.