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!