Do what feels right for you on this quilt...after all quilting is supposed to be enjoyed!
I am currently hand quilting a queen-size triple irish chain, my first handquilting since taking one class. I'm not in a hurry to have it finished and am really enjoying it. I only do about one block a week, that's all I have time for but when I pick it up the next time and see what I've done...it always makes me smile..
Just do what you enjoy.