I guess I am the odd ball of the group. I personally like #1. You said this was a project for Tymeless Hearts. #1 is Hearts. Do you plan to put a colored square in the background of each heart? I also like symetry. The first example looks like hearts connected...especially if you place a white background on the project. I think I would have to see more of your ultimate plan. Are you using just the strips of squares or are you planning to make it hearts? I love the colors you have chosen. Hope to see the final project.