Romantic Patchwork Pillow

PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE BEGINNING!

Finished size: 12″ x 16″
Examples:

Original Romantic Patchwork Pillow

Pixie Noel Christmas Version

Jingle Birds Version

Calico Crown Version


Step 1. 
Collect all the goodies: 

  • (24) 2 1/2″ squares from a mini charm pack or your scraps
  • decorative trim (crocheted trim, lace, ribbon)
  • 1/3 yard coordinating fabric
    (cut into three pieces: 8 1/2″ x 12 1/2″, 10 1/2″ x 12 1/2″ and 10 1/2″ x 12 1/2″)
  • buttons or other embellishments
  • 12″ x 16″ pillow form
  • 1/4 yard binding (optional)
 

Step 2.
Using (24) 2 1/2″ squares, sew together a 4 x 6 patchwork panel for the left side of the pillow.  Finished size will be 8 1/2″ wide x 12 1/2″ tall.  (Use a 1/4″ seam allowance throughout.)


Step 3.
From your coordinating fabric, cut a piece that is 8 1/2″ wide by 12 1/2″ tall.  If your fabric is directional, take that into account when cutting.
Also cut a piece of decorative trim 12 1/2″ long.

Step 4.
Layer your trim onto the left hand edge of the coordinating fabric.  (Both pieces are face up.)  Then gently layer the patchwork panel right side down onto these pieces, making sure left edges are lined up.

Step 5.
Pin along this left edge and sew all three pieces together.

Step 6.
Open and press gently.



Step 7.
Stitch down your trim piece so that it is secure.  



Step 8.
Optional:  At this point I ironed on a piece of Pellon 987f Fusible Fleece to the back of the front panel of the pillow.  I like the additional stability and structure. 

You could also use batting. You may wish to quilt your pillow top.  I did not quilt this pillow top, but I did quilt the Pixie Noel Christmas version.

Step 9.
Add buttons or other embellishments.  I used pale pink embroidery floss to attach the silvery buttons.

Step 10.
To make the back of the pillow, cut (2) pieces that are 10 1/2″ wide by 12 1/2″ tall. (Remember, if your fabric is directional, take this into account when cutting.)
Sew a 1/2″ seam on the right edge of one piece and a 1/2″ seam on the left edge of the other piece.  These two pieces will overlap in the middle and need finished edges.


Note:  These instructions call for a simple “turn inside out” method for making the pillow cover. You may also choose to do the binding method (similar to binding a quilt) that is quite popular. I have a photo of that type of finish posted here. 

Step 11.
Overlap the two back pieces so that when overlapped, the entire piece measures 16 1/2″ wide.  Then lay the front of the pillow face down onto these two pieces. You can adjust the back to pieces to the left or to the right slightly to make sure all outside edges line up nicely.

 

Step 12.
Pin and sew around all four sides.

Step 11.
Your back will look like this.  Turn your pillowcase inside out through the overlapped pocket you created in the back.


Step 12.
Push out the corners, insert your pillow form, and you are done!  Please share your version on Instagram using the hashtag #romanticpatchworkpillow.

39 thoughts on “Romantic Patchwork Pillow”

  7. I have been looking for the perfect pillow pattern for Christmas gifts. You have provided me with just that, plus the directions are so well done! Love following your blog. Thanks for sharing your talents!!

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  11. Loved Window Garden. Going to start this today. Will have to \”invent\” some embellishment . . . .snowed in here but not a problem. My Brother Dream Machine will give me some options. 🙂

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  16. Oh that is awesome! This blog program doesn't allow for readers to post pictures, but if you'd like to share something with me via email or through my Facebook page, that would be awesome!

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