works in this quilt. Throw in checks, dots, stripes, plaids, big scale, mini scale - you name it. It all works here in this pattern. Just drew this up myself. I call it "Two Rail Fence". Wanted it to finish at 1" and 2" blocks so cut 1-1/2" by 2-1/2" pcs. It's fun to play with this block. Just lay them all out til you have a pleasing pattern. My son's navy/white checked pants when he was 4 y.o. are in this mini. Hope you enjoy it like I do!