JoAnne’s Curly Bow Tie Quilt!

This stunning quilt from JoAnne Scafidi is a true feast for the eyes: a breathtaking Curly Bow Tie Quilt! This piece perfectly demonstrates how a traditional block can be given fresh, vibrant life through fabric selection and, of course, the magic of the quilting design.

The quilter has curated a beautiful collection of red and white fabrics for the classic Bow Tie block. The variation in the red prints—from festive Christmas trees and delicate cherries to modern stripes, playful polka dots, and intricate paisleys—creates a lively, scrappy, yet wonderfully unified feel. Each block is a tiny spotlight for a different pattern, all grounded by the crisp, white solid fabric. The combination of the deep, rich reds with the bright white background makes the classic Bow Tie motif really pop, creating a bold and captivating honeycomb-like lattice across the entire quilt top. I quilted it in “Curly Swirly” for her with red thread. The batting inside the quilt sandwich is premium quality Hobbs Heirloom batting from our shop.

Quilting inspiration: Embrace the Scrappy! 😊