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Shoofly Quilt Block

By: Bonnie Osness from lakegirlquilts

Updated April 06, 2021

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Shoofly Quilt Block

"Learn how to sew a Shoofly Quilt Block during week 2 of our Spring Block of the Week! This easy block is perfect for a beginning quilter!! Also learn a technique for making half square triangles within the directions for this week’s block!! The history of the Shoofly Quilt Block dates back to the mid-1800’s! This 9-patch block was named after a wild plant with rounded flowers called clover broom or shoofly. Another name for this quilt block is “Hole in the Barn Door”. No matter the name, this cute little block is super duper easy and fun to make!!! The finished block will measure 12 ½” x 12 ½” square."

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Project TypeLearn a Technique

Quilt Size12 inches wide x 12 inches long

Time to CompleteIn an evening

Primary TechniquePieced

Beginner

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