Charming Bow Tie Quilts & A Free Quilt Block Tutorial!

The bow tie quilt pattern is a traditional design that continues to be incredibly popular in today’s world of quilting. This is a fun design that is easy to piece, which makes it perfect for both beginner and advanced quilters. The bow tie block shines in all sorts of fabric, from vintage to modern.

Photo via Fussy Cut

Here is a simple bow tie tutorial to show you how to create your own.

Step 1:

Step 2:

Use a ruler and pencil to draw a diagonal line from corner to corner on the wrong side of the small 3” bow tie squares.

Step 3:

Place those 3” squares on the corner of a 6.5” background square, right sides together with the raw edges aligned as shown. The ends of the pencil line should touch both sides of the background square.

Step 4:

Sew along pencil line, backstitching at beginning and end if desired. Use ruler and rotary cutter to cut off excess fabric, leaving a ¼” seam allowance. Press seams in preferred direction.

Step 5:

Now it is time to sew your block together! Arrange pieces as shown, and sew squares into rows. Press seams and sew rows together. One final press, and your 12” (12.5” unfinished) bow tie block is done!

Let these bow tie quilts inspire you!

Photo via Laura Nownes

Bow Tie Quilt

Careful placement of light and dark fabric focus the eye, resulting in a stunning quilt. The finished size measures 64″ x 80″.

Photo via AnnesQuiltCraft

Silk Ties Patchwork Quilt

Here is another way to arrange those bow ties! This creative quilt recycles old silk ties. If ties aren’t your thing, you can simply use quilting cottons. The finished quilt measures 54″ x 66″.

Photo via Craftsy member rmdesigns

Charming Bow Ties Quilt

Bow tie blocks make adorable baby quilts! In this quilt, the small tie squares are fused to the blocks, and the edges are finished with clear thread.