Welcome Ann Clare! I'm going with the 10" blocks and a black background also but I am going to hand applique. I had to go to Orlando this morning for some medical tests and my DH took me to a Jo Ann super store in Kissimmee. I got some more supplies for my AOTH (marking pencils, applique needles, etc.) and a few fat quarters. I also bought some hot pink striped fabric that I am thinking about using for the borders but that is still up in the air.