Thank you all so much for the nice comments. I am a little intimidated because of all the beautiful work I see on this board. Glad you liked it.
Newest nana - here is a picture of the original fabric that you asked to see.
Yes, the animals will be appliqued on top of the blocks. Cute buns was the instigator and the one answering all the questions at the beginning of this adventure. The book is called One Block Wonders Encore.
Again thank you everyone for your kind comments.
Sorry - wrong picture - that was at the very beginning. Trying again.