A snail trail pattern looks just like its namesake (though not quite as gross). This intermediate quilt block is a layer variation of a diamond quilt block. The spiral design is achieved by layering square pieces and multisized half-square triangles. Either combine these adorable quilt patterns with more solid and less complicated patterns or make a full snail quilt for something extra special.
‘Snails on the Run’ special quilt category at county fair
“Snails on the Run” will be the 2022 special category for open class quilts at Phillips County Fair.
It seems early to be thinking of the county fair; however, to enter the special category sponsored by Creative Traditions, people may need some extra time to plan.
All entries for this category must contain the quilt block snail trail (also known as monkey wrench). There are lots of quilt patterns that use this block. People can choose one of them or design their own.
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