Klaws -- Karen - I love that black holly print, it is gorgeous. Yes, it could work for A as Jan said, but will be really pronounced in the runner with the lighter colors, so make sure that is what you want to stand out the most and holler "Merry Christmas"
Me? I might go for the holly for D, and for the border, with sashing to be chosen when you get to that point. But what do I know?
