Welcome back to the second installment of the Christmas Fussy Star Pillow series–a Christmas pillow tutorial! In this step-by-step tutorial, we’re making more progress on this festive, beginner-friendly project. If you missed Part 1, be sure to check it out to learn how to create the beautiful star block pillow top.

In this post, we’re focusing on the next steps:

1. Basting the Pillow Top: I’ll show you how to baste the pillow top to keep all your layers secure and smooth for a professional look.
2. Cutting and Preparing the Backing Fabric: Learn how to measure and cut the perfect backing pieces for your pillow.
3. Sewing the Pillow Top and Backing Together: Finally, we’ll sew the backing to the pillow top, creating a complete pillow cover that’s ready for the finishing touches in Part 3.

This project is perfect for new quilters or anyone looking for a quick and festive holiday sewing project. The instructions are straightforward, and the video tutorial will guide you through each step. Plus, the free PDF pattern makes it easy to follow along.

This series is a great place to start if you’ve ever wanted to try quilting or sewing a pillow. By the end of this part, you’ll have a fully sewn pillow cover ready to be stuffed and finished in the next video.

Stay tuned for Part 3, where we’ll finish the pillow with stuffing and final details to give it a polished, handmade look. Let’s get sewing and make something beautiful for the holidays!

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