I agree with Bearisgray - the floral throw off the whole look of the block when used in a block, but would be perfect as a border fabric if you used the colors within that fabric to make up the flocks. I love the brown fabric, it puts the focus back on the block itself. For the blocks I'd either use fabrics with the same color intensity or use all the faded colors, but not both, or you'll have blocks that are washed out. Nice colors in the floral fabric - please post pics of the top when done...can't wait to see what you do with it!