Here's the finished top. Some blocks still go in the "wrong" direction because of the need to join them without the sashing seams lining up, but I'm pleased with it overall.
The sashing fabric is from a Christmas collection at my LQS. The friendly wonderful clerk led me to it knowing I aim at sales and cheaper lines - it was on sale after Christmas for 40% off. The blocks are Moda's Wildflowers - as is the outer border.