Originally Posted by
Macybaby
Equilter.com has some really neat free patterns that use cut up panels. You could alternate the blocks cut from the panel and solid sqaures of the other fabric, using coordinated fabric for sashing.
This is one I recently used, I really liked how the sashing alternated around the focus blocks.
http://www.equilter.com/pattern/501/april-in-paris
i think this one would suit the situation. that said, i like suzisews idea of putting the bright colors on the back for a double sided quilt