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The bowtie quilt block is fun, easy and quick to make. It’s a variation on the four patch. A traditional quilt block that’s originates among the pioneers in the American West. I love that it makes such a great scrap quilt. Plus it has a variety of different layouts. Giving you many quilt options from a single block.
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First it can be set with all the bowties going one way. Like in this fun scrap quilt my quilting angels made for Quilty Hugs awhile back.
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Or in an X and O layout like this sweet baby quilt I found on Pinterest.
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Another layout is to have the bowties radiate out from a central point. Like this one from See How We Sew.
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It also make a great border like the second border found in my Mountain Home quilt.
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It is easy to change up the size of your bowtie block.
For a 3″ block use 2- 2″ squares for the back ground 2- 2″ squares plus 2- 1″ squares for the bowtie.
A 6″ block use 2- 3 1/2″ squares for background and 2- 3 1/2″ plus 2- 1 1/2″ squares for the bowties
Then for a 12″ block use 2- 6 1/2″ squares for background and 2- 6 1/2″ plus 2- 3″ squares for bowties
Whatever size or layout you choose, the bowtie block makes a great quilt. Are you ready to learn how? Great let’s get started.