I like the idea of the kaffe' prints in the middle. And, I have seen geese where sashing strips are used on each section. It helps to calm down busy. You could just lay a strip around each section without taking apart to see if you would like it. My favorite is white. But, navy and black are nice also. (heavy contrast)
This gives you an idea of sashing.
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/250935010475049935/ I've seen a better example and am looking for it.
This is close to what I'm talking about. Only reversed. They have the color sashing instead of white. But, calm geese on the inside. But, it gives you an idea on what the geese look like sashed in sections.
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/221731981641671639/