gramajo

Turning Twenty works well for FQs. The pattern book has directions for several different sizes. Plaids, stripes, camo, sports-themed fabrics work well for teenage boys. Also a scrappy 4 patch with bright colors works well.

G'ma Kay

http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-130110-1.htm
This is one I did as a quickie, it was 6 hours cut to binding. I like it for kids. Did one in red white and blue with red and blue stripes a while back. Also a good starter for beginners.

charity-crafter

9 patch furrows is a 9 patch with 3 colors in a specific way

In the one I posted I used orange, a print and green

imagine a square here:

orange, orange, print
orange, print, green
print, green, green

Actually I did a tutorial, if I can dig it up I'll see about posting it later. It's a pretty fast and cute quilt.

Rusty's Mama

I agree with gramajo - I love the Turning Twenty pattern. I've used it for several quilts.

Janice Thompson

I do 4 patch alternate with a plain block. Sports fabric is appealing to the teen. Plaids work well too.

remareis

Thanks for the ideas

blanketangel

I make a lot of baby quilts and appreciate the pattern suggestions you all have sent. Gives me a chance to make something a little different, thanks

theandersonhouse

I`ve made several log cabin quilts for boys and they seem to love them.

donnalynett

I find the pattern isn't what makes a difference to me. I always try to use bright "happy" colors as my charity quilts go to those who need "comfort" and happiness in their lives.

kydeb

I've been making quilts for Quilts for Kids. I love the alternating 4 patch with a focus fabric block....then a 1" border followed by a larger border. Simple, quick AND attractive!!