First, I would go looking thru Google Images to see what pattern you would like to make.
https://www.google.com/search?q=Simp...w=1009&bih=600
This quilt was just posted under Links:
http://weallsew.com/simple-strips-qu...abric-cutting/
And then there is the simple Chevron quilt. I made this from 3.5" flannel strips but am planning to make one with Jelly strips. Can't get the layout where the tips of the blocks aren't cut off so I will just have to wing it as I go.