Since some of you asked, here are two more little quilts I've made previously. This scrappy version (above) was made maybe 10 years ago, and the blocks are about 6 inches.
The second (below) one was made for a mini-group about 4 years ago, when we focused on "The Quiltmaker's Gift" which, by the way, is one lovely little book. There is a companion book "Quilts from the Quiltmaker's Journey" which includes many patterns. The story is delightful for 3 year olds up to adults, and the drawings are excellent. One can spend a lot of time just looking at the lovely colored drawings. If you are thinking of a gift for a youngster, take a look at "The Quiltmaker's Gift." One gifted friend took all the quilts we made from the book, and made preentations, reading the story, to schools, libraries, ladies groups, church circles.
A third Snails Trail was given away - no photo, but done in 2 colors plus border. In the border I appliqued 3 snails - a big one (the Daddy), a middle one (Mommy) and a little fella (the baby). Of course, you could just add a bunch if there are already a bunch of kids! Those appliques really gave it an added, entertaining punch! I KNOW they were loved, even if they were snails. And you don't have to be much of an artist - do a Google (etc.) search on your subject, and you'll find examples of line drawings, or whatever your ability is, and just draw it. The teacher sites are good because those drawings are usually simple. It doesn't have to be accurate, just representational. I don't have a pattern, but you start at the center with a light/dark 4-patch. I started the 4-patches with strips of 1 1/2 inches. Then start adding the triangle corners. I always like to start those kinds of triangles oversize, then trim exactly. Watch how your colors are situated. These have 3 rounds of triangles - can more be used? Maybe? They can swirl clockwise or counterclockwise - pay attention! LOL
In the second photo, you can see my DD Mystery Quit from Quiltville.com I kinda stalled with other demands, but I can get back to that lovely project. It's turning out wonderfully!