What is it that you are not liking about the floss?
Yes, I can see it ... and quite like the effect of the variegated, for some variety.
To me a solid blue of any shade, would be harsher, and this gives some movement and life to it.
Of course, the overall finish will be dependent on how you coordinate the floss
with any other fabrics you bring into the mix.
Re the pattern ... is this an online EOM? or a purchased pattern?
I'd be interested in doing it as an EOM, myself, so would appreciate a link to it.
Please? and Thanks!