Are you intimidated by quilting?

Using a smaller pillow like this is a quick and easy introduction about how to quilt!

Now I feel like I am ready to adventure into bigger quilting projects!

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Everybody loves a and made quilted pillow!

Making covers 1-2 smaller will make the pillow look nice and full.

Next cut two pieces of the fusable fleece, minus the seam allowance, so cut 15 x 15.

Finally, cut a couple of 1-1/2 pieces of each of the colors.

Step 2:Sew the front of the pillow cover.

For this pillow thats 8 and 1/8.

Continue sewing on strips until the paper is covered.

The paper acts as a template and also helps stabilize the fabric.

Trim the excess fabric and remove the paper.

Make 3 more squares, making them all identical with the same order of colors.

you’re able to also vary the colors and width of the strips for a more random look.

This will give it a stronger overall look for a diamond pattern.

Step 3:Sew the squares together.

Arrange the 4 squares how you want them.

Then change your stitch and sew the squares together, allowing 1/4 seam allowance.

Then press the seams open.

Step 4:Quilt the fabric.

Do the same for the back piece.

She sews straight lines that are 1/2 apart.

Step 5:Add the zipper.

it’s possible for you to either add a hidden zipper or hand stitch the pillow closed.

She does the zipper option so that its removable.

Then she changes the stitch length to the longest for a basting stitch.

Sew with 1/2 seam allowance and press the seam open.

Change the stitch length back to normal.

Change the foot to a zipper foot.

Sew 1/8-1/4 away from the zipper on both sides.

Use the seam ripper to tear out the basting stitch to reveal the zipper.

ensure to initiate the zipper.

Step 6:Sew the pillow cover together.

Pen the front and back together with the right sides facing together.

Sew around the sides with 1/2 seam allowance.

Turn the cover right side out and poke out the corners.

Insert the pillow form and the pillow is complete.

Watch this step by step tutorial and learn how to make your very own quilted pillow!