Join us, fellow sewer, in creating these super simple, but super gorgeous, patchwork pillows.
Included below is a full-length video tutorial showing you how, step-by-step, to make these cushions for your own home. You can use scrap fabrics for this project, or you can pull out some various charm packs or fat quarters.
This is a beginner-friendly project, too, and it will teach you not just how to sew patchwork pillows but how to do patchwork in general. Check out the full tutorial video below to learn more!
Video Tutorial: How to Make Patchwork Pillows
Patchwork FAQ
Got more questions about this patchwork project? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered—just click a question to see the answer.
How much material do I need to make patchwork cushions?
Typically, patchwork is made using scrap materials or fat quarters. There is no limit to how many different types of fabric you can use to create patchwork, but it’s a good idea to use at least three different fabrics.
The patchwork pillows in the above tutorial take about 30 x 30 inches worth of material, though this final measurement is achieved using bits and pieces of many different sets of material.
How can I stuff patchwork pillows?
There are actually two ways to stuff any pillow you make from scratch: by either stuffing it with stuffing and sewing it closed or by adding a zipper and inserting stuffing.
The video tutorial above will show you the latter option, but you can see how to perform the first option, if you’d like, in this pillow tutorial here.
What thread can I use for patchwork?
Generally, you won’t see the seams or stitching used in any patchwork sewing, so the type or color of thread you use actually does not matter. That’s why I always use leftover thread in my patchwork, for example, yellow thread on a blue patchwork project—because no one will ever see the stitching inside the pillow!
If you have additional questions or need more help as you get started on your project, feel free to leave a comment below, and I’ll do my best to answer you. And happy sewing!
–Kari
Kari Lynn M. 