I also agree as to changing some of the blocks around and I think you will be surprised at how different it will look and maybe you will love it more.

This was my first thought also. just changing the layout to different sides up down and sideways will make a huge difference.

I would remove that outside tan and replace it. Then rotate the blocks until you find a layout suitable.

rearrange the blocks and add more red--maybe for a border!

I agree with grammysharon, if you change the blocks around , it would make a lovely quilt. Love the blocks & color, just need the 4 dark to meet in center , or alternate the blocks for that curve look.

Since you are donating it to children, I'd get a great baby fabric for the back that would pick up a couple of colors from the front.

[QUOTE=rryder;7609245]I agree with grammysharon, I think if you rotate some of the blocks you will get some interesting patterns because you've got really good value contrast going on.

I think if you batt it and quilt it with a cute backing, that it will be used and appreciated.

If you rotate the blocks so the light fabrics meet in the center, you will have great space to add some fun quilting.

If you just want to finish it and be done with it, I would find a kids fabric with boats, trains or blocks (something more boyish) to use as a border. Back it with the light polka-dot fabric if you have enough, bind it with one of the dark colors and call it done.

What about the Barn Raising arrangement for Log Cabins? I just made one like that, and I think it might work for your blocks...(My first arrangement of blocks did not work, so I feel your pain...)

Mine is in purple and white, but maybe it will give you enough of an idea to play with?

I don't think your blocks are so bad...

Dina