Irene - Your blocks are more than somewhat appealing , they look lovely in your colour combinations.
Lara I am sashing the 6" blocks also (without stars) and think your choice of brown really adds to the warmth of the colours. I actually quite like the touch of red in the patterned brown but the mink is lovely also.
Linda I hope you continue to keep an eye on this thread and perhaps you might give PH another go later on. There is no benefit in stressing over something that should be done for the pleasure of it.
I was thinking about the quilting while I was sewing my last block and have to admit I was hoping perhaps a brighter spark than I might come up with a light bulb idea.
I am vaguely considering doing QAYG which would rule out an all over design. I shall wait for inspiration.