Trust me, I'm a think outside of the box kind of girl but I like the first one. If you want to add interest and give the eye a place to rest, why not add some sashing?

That was just the 140 blocks laid out on the floor and I took a digital picture of both layouts. The colors will be more dispersed through out the whole quilt.
After getting started putting the blocks together, I am so glad I went with the first view. Thanks all for the imput. Sometimes you just need someone else's different perspective on things.
Thanks,
Mary

glad you went with the first one..that was my favourite!

It's really hard to choose, but I think I like the 1st one best.

I prefer the first one...the second is too busy , in my opinion. But you have the vision ....so go for it.

My vote is #1. Love the colors.

I agree with your DH on the first one, the second one is too busy, IMO!! It's your quilt, do whatever makes you happy!

Boyfriend and I both like #1 (one color) better. I see the pattern better, and he says "the pattern gels better for me".

First one

I like the first one too