Beginner Sewing: Envelope Pillow

Beginner Sewing: Envelope Pillow Cover with Appliqué

Mariah’s Eclectic Craft Studio

Class Fee: $35
Ages: 14 and older
Skill Level: Very Basic Sewing Beginner
Project: 16” × 16” Envelope Pillow Cover

Ready to build on your basic sewing skills? Join us for a fun, hands-on sewing class where you’ll create your own decorative envelope pillow cover!

In this class, you’ll learn how to measure and cut fabric, create a double-fold hem, sew an envelope-style pillow closure, and add a fun fabric appliqué using HeatnBond and your sewing machine.

Choose from three appliqué designs—a heart, star, or Christmas tree—and make your pillow uniquely yours!

What You’ll Learn

● Measuring and cutting fabric

● Sewing straight seams

● Creating a double-fold hem

● Using HeatnBond for machine appliqué

● Sewing appliqué with straight or decorative stitches

● Constructing an envelope pillow closure

● Adding decorative topstitching

Experience Required

This class is designed for very basic sewing beginners who already know how to thread their sewing machine, wind and insert a bobbin, and sew a straight line. Students must also be comfortable using scissors, a rotary cutter, and an iron.

Supplies to Bring

● ¾ yard of main fabric (42–44” wide)

● ⅓ yard of accent fabric or one fat quarter

● HeatnBond Lite or equivalent sewable fusible web

● Coordinating thread

● 16” × 16” pillow insert

● Working sewing machine with needle and bobbin

● Fabric scissors

● Rotary cutter, cutting mat, and quilting ruler

● Basic sewing supplies

All supplies must be provided by students. No materials are included in the class fee.

Leave class with a finished pillow cover and new sewing skills you can use again and again!