Too cute, way too cute. So, did you decide not to use the rickrack?
To those asking about the pattern...it's on The Quilt Show (Alex Anderson and Ricky Tims). You have to register on their site.
I did that when Ester was first posted here but have been unable to download the pattern. I'm not complaining, it's probably me. Let me know if you have better luck.
Penny