Last year, I saw a picture of a quilt that was made with pieces cut 2x Bonnie's instructions. To achieve this, subtract 1/2" from cut size, double the remainder, then add 1/2" back in. So, if she says to cut 40 2" squares, cut 20 3-1/2" squares (2-1/2 = 1.5, 1.5 x 2 = 3, 3 + 1/5 = 3.5".
While I normally love small pieces, I actually liked how "clean" the outcome was - and it was a LOT less cutting as well as easier sewing.
Of course, I now cannot find the picture.
Doing this would mean not using my scraps, which are cut into strips of 1.5", 2" and 2.5" - but would be a lot easier to keep up and less likely to become a UFO.
My colors will definitely not be those Bonnie chose this year. Way too pastel for me. Currently leaning toward medium blue, salmon and green. I will not have as much variety as if I were using my scraps; maybe 4 or 5 of each color?
Later today, I am leaving for a retreat where I will be working on finishing blocks from LAST year's mystery, Old Town. Making 200 of anything gets boring - so gets put into a project box until I'm ready to face more of the same. Units are all done, as well as about half of the blocks. "Just" have to finish the rest of the blocks. When I get home, i'll put it up on the design wall and get the top put together (my least favorite part of making a quilt - wrangling that HUGE piece!).