Yardage or quilt?

I made some patchwork for Anna to use for her bags, but when I showed her the yardage, she said she didn't want to cut it!

What do you guys think, should I try to convince her, or should I make it up into a lap quilt instead? Is there enough contrast in value to make it interesting as a quilt if I add a border?

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