pattern suggestions - pic two or three???

I think both look good in their own ways. I think I would go with the left one.

Also, your camera (phone?) lens needs a bit of a rubbing I think. The pics looks a lot like mine do when the lens on my phone have been unprotected in my pocket and hand for too long. :)

The one on the left stands out more to me, too!

I prefer the one on the right...personal preference!

The basketweave pattern shows up better with one trim color, not so well with two. The picture on the right.

I agree with you 2 colors...

The one on the right because you really see the beauty of the focus fabric better.

I like the one on the right as well

I prefer the one on the right.

The one on the right is perfect !

Thanks all - for comments, suggestions,etc. the one on the right - two colors won out for me and many! lol! Also due to the third/light brown/taupe color wasn't such a nice fabric and thought that could also become an issue, so... not the sewing as started - I'll post pics later in the process! Thanks again!