Tough week so I decided to do some playing with my fabric. I always wanted to try a 4 patch posy so I started playing. Took some fabric that I loved the color, cut 5 1/2 inch squares stacked 4 together. then I cut into 4 pieces diagonally. Took 4 identical stacks and sewed together to make a block. I thought it looked pretty good. Now I come to the computer and look up 4 PP and discover everyone else cuts into 4 squares not triangles! Oops...have i made a new block or what?

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I have never made a 4 PP. Sounds like you created something new and wonderful. Pictures please :-).

Please do show us your blocks!!!!!

There was another poster that showed us a 4PP cut on the diagonal. No reason why it has to be square cuts!

I thought they were supposed to be diagonal (triangle) cuts -
I never looked closely at any of them

Show us please. They sound nifty.

Want to see your new creation! No mistakes just new designs!

You used artistic license and were creative. Go for it.

ali

would love to see the picture

ASN has a book (maybe by Linda Cause) that has the diagonal cut. I was surprised when I saw the pictures here done on the straight. Both look great. I think the straight cuts would be easier as you would have no bias edges to sew.

Stop tormenting us:) Please show a pic.

I have made a few using the diagonal cut - you have to be a bit gentle with them as all the edges of the block are bias but I think the kaleido effect is greater than with the squares.

Here's one I made for a friend... I also have made these blocks to set on point in the borders of hexagon and octagon kaleidoscopes. :-D

yes, would love to see it

I had to get up this morning and try some blocks done the "correct" way to see the difference. I think I prefer the diagonal cut. what do you think?

They're all great ... you really can't compare 4+4 of each. As you know, each block is different, no matter which way. You might have done the 4 prettiest/ugliest of each ..... and then the tables might reverse with the next 4, or 20!!!

Here's my start on a 4PP. Since posting these pics, I've expanded each block to a block in a block with purple fabric.

http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-114907-1.htm

I'm stalled right now, as I consider the sashing possibilitie. Also, as to how big I want to grow the quilt, and thus, whether I should do more blocks!

It's a design decision. Your quilt, your rules.

it worked your way, so it's fine. squares are just easier to work with and they are cut in layers, matching areas of print through all layers.
your quilt should be great. show us a pic when ready!!

And another beauty shows itself!!
Could you please show us the "virgin" fabric too?
And if finished, a photo too?

actually i have one of the original fabric.

It's a beauty ... and now I remember your showing it before!

This looks like fun !!! Great job to everyone who posted their pictures. THANKS for sharing.....

Ditto:)

I like your "oops"... I think the diagonals just give it a lil "oomph"...that is Kif speak for great job!!