There’s a brand new class coming to Quilt Class, and if you love scrappy sewing, you’re going to want in on this one. The QAYG Pincushion Class is a quick and satisfying project built around quilt-as-you-go piecing and tiny fabric scraps — and it’s coming to the classroom by the end of this week.

The class includes a full step-by-step video series, a downloadable pattern, and two finishing methods to choose from. You’ll also find tips for stuffing, adding trim, fussy cutting your fabric, and stitching up your own one-of-a-kind pincushion.

🎯 Get the class:
→ Join the monthly membership and get the class free »
→ Pre-order the class as a standalone »

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What this class is perfect for:

• Using up your tiniest scraps
• Playing with fussy cut motifs
• Practicing quilt-as-you-go
• Making thoughtful handmade gifts
• Adding a pretty pincushion to your sewing space

What to look for in your sewing space:

• Pom-poms, ricrac, crochet lace, or any trim that can be basted around the edges
• Embroidery pieces you’ve stitched, collected, or saved — initials, flowers, or symbols work beautifully
• Buttons or tiny charms that could be added to the center or corners
• Scrap binding or leftover strips to finish the edges
• Fussy cut fabric featuring motifs you’d love to show off
• Leftover pieced blocks like half square triangles or hourglass units you can repurpose

Suggested supplies:

• Fabric scraps (small strips or blocks)
• Batting
• Base fabric (goes under the batting)
• Two backing pieces
• Optional trim or binding
• Stuffing: polyfil, crushed walnut shells, wool roving, or rice
• Sewing machine, thread, rotary cutter, ruler, basic notions

💡 Prefer just the pattern?
The standalone pattern will be available in a few weeks if you’d rather skip the video class.

This is one of those quick, creative projects that’s simple to start and hard to stop, and I can’t wait to share it with you. Whether you make one pincushion or a whole set, this is a fun way to play with scraps and practice QAYG in a low-pressure format.