Originally Posted by
feline fanatic
Actually you were correct, FelineF ... when you look at the block construction, it is Rail Fence blocks, not the similar one on your link. An interesting read though!
FelineF has given a good breakdown of the construction. Lots of blocks have "names" but when we break them down, they are the bringing together of other blocks.
A prime example ... a basic Irish Chain, is merely a 9P alternated with a square of fabric.