I tried cutting up some scraps and used a method given in a book from library. Cutting into 2",3" and 5" squares. The pattern the book gave looked nice enough but now I'm trying to find a background fabric that will semi match the squares I have colour wise. I tried one of the blocks they said would work but after its sewn I have to cut it down, didn't I just cut a mess of fabric. Think I'm going to try another pattern. Not really pleased with what I have done and hope something can come of the hours I've spent cutting.