Thanks feline for your input. I chose to PP the block because I could not figure out the measurements to make it into an unfinished 12 1/2" block. Barb came up with a PP version on her EQ7. The original blocks instructions were for a 4 1/2" block here:
http://thecraftyquilter.com/2014/11/...comment-274166
I would prefer to not have to PP it as I'm so slow at that & don't have PP experience but have not come up with good measurements for a traditional pieced block. A smaller pieced block that I could just at borders to would be ideal. This block will be one of several that I want to make for a charity block drive that I participate in semi-monthly. Thanks for anyone's help & input.