I too like the second peacock better - it looks more balanced.
I have decided to join you on this QAL. I usually work in centimeters so none of the my made up blocks worked sizewise. I thought of doing the All Hallows block but when I went to quilters cache I fell in love with the Star and Crown block, so that is my centre. 1st border is the checkerboard as there were already enougn pointy things in the centre.
Fabric is from my stash as I'm temporarily wheelchair bound (fell and broke my hip before Christmas).
I'll try and upload a photo
I love all the centres and first round borders so far. Looking forward to the next border on Feb.
Pippa