Disappearing Four Patch Block Tutorial {using pre-cut 5" squares}

I just love the Disappearing Four Patch block. I first used it for a baby quilt that I made in the summer of 2013. It’s such a cute block and is perfect for using pre-cut 5” squares (but would also be great for using up your scraps!).

To make the baby size quilt shown above, all you need is one charm pack and 3/4 yard of background fabric to complete the top. I’m betting if you are anything like me, you have a charm pack or two sitting in your stash just begging to be used. :)

The fabric I used for this quilt is called Notting Hill by Amy Smart and I think it’s so cute. I used one of the prints from the collection as the background fabric as well. It’s a nice reminder that you don’t need to use white or another solid color as a background. This tiny print looks great and still provides a wonderful contrast with the rest of the collection.

The photo above also shows you a peek at the plaid fabric I used on the back. There is just something I love about plaids and this one works perfectly for the back of this baby quilt, especially since it didn’t have to be pieced. Lord knows trying to match up a plaid on the back would be painful!!

I also recently finished up this baby quilt using the Disappearing Four Patch block that I started WAY too many years ago. It’s shameful how these project sometimes sit so long waiting to be quilted and finished!

Now I have two baby quilts completed and ready to gift to the next little miracle that comes along :)

For a tutorial on how to make this fun block, check out my video below. I’ll also share how you can use these blocks to make a table runner (if you don’t have any babies in your life) as well as what you will need to make a large throw size quilt - AND I share a secondary layout option that completely changes the look of this quilt. Also, a great tool to use when making these blocks is a rotating cutting mat.

Thanks so much for stopping by,

Amanda