disappearing 9 patch. use the blue as the center square as it gets cut into 4 small squares and lets the other colors shine.

I think a simple geometric, any of those suggested including the D9P, is best for a young person rather than anything too traditional. Don't know your guy, but in my experience, modern kids prefer modern designs. Gail's is really perfect if put in your colors.

I did a blue angels for my grandson with those colors

I just finished a Carpenter's Star quilt with 3 colours & it turned out fabulous. Not knowing the shades & pattern of your fabric, this may work or it may NOT work. They suggest a light, a medium shade & a dark shade for the Star to be the focal point of the quilt. It was easy & fairly quick to do depending on the quilting you do. Google Carpenter's Star & you will see example's of this quilt & can download the pattern.

How about "Linked Chevrons" by Marti Michell

I think Jacob's Ladder makes a beautiful quilt regardless of the colors.

tesspug, I love the quilt you posted the link for. That is exactly what I want to do. I purchased my black/white fabric last week at Hancock's. Thanks for sharing.

FYI: Hancock's has some great sale prices on quilting fabrics this month. Check with your local stores. (No, I am not associated with Hancock's) :rolleyes:

I would probably go for a disappearing nine patch. I'm very partial to them. I would use the "touch of blue" as the center block, the gray for the corners and the yellow for the sides. I think it would be striking!! Ann

I'm so glad you liked my suggestion. I think it will be dramatic.

Disappearing 9 patch