Hand Stitch Companion Pillow PATTERN

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The Hand Stitch Companion Pillow is a relaxing, texture-filled sewing project that introduces simple hand quilting in a modern and approachable way. Using just a basic running stitch, you can create beautiful surface designs that turn any pillow into something special. This pattern is beginner-friendly and quick to finish, perfect for slow stitching evenings or weekend makes.

The best part is that you can take this design in two directions. Choose a geometric fabric and quilt right over the printed lines for instant design guidance, or use a stencil to mark your own pattern on a solid fabric before stitching. Both methods create gorgeous results that feel handmade, tactile, and timeless.

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    About the Pattern

    The Hand Stitch Companion Pillow is all about creative texture and mindful sewing. You’ll learn how to prepare your quilt sandwich, hand quilt using simple tools, and assemble a pillow with a zipper back that runs the full width for easy access.


    This is an excellent project for anyone wanting to try hand quilting on a small scale before committing to a full quilt.

    • Finished size: From 14″, all the way to 20″ x 36″
    • Techniques: hand quilting, zipper installation, pillow assembly
    • Skill level: confident beginner
    • Time: one to two evenings
    • Finish: zipper back with pinked interior seams
    • Two design options: stencil your own or quilt over geometric fabric

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    Supplies You’ll Need

    A quick directory of everything you might use to make your pillow:

    Tip: If you don’t have a stencil, try tracing everyday items like bowls or saucers to make your quilting lines.

    DIRECTORY

    EVERY PILLOW

    QUILTED PILLOW SUPPLIES

    DEMOS FOR EVERY STEP OF THE WAY

    Prefer to Watch the Demo?

    If you’d rather see this project in action, you can watch the full demonstration video where I walk through every step from cutting to quilting to finishing.

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    Closing

    The Hand Stitch Companion Pillow is proof that hand quilting doesn’t have to be complicated. With a few simple tools and a little bit of time, you can create a cozy, textural pillow that looks beautiful in any space. Whether you quilt by hand or machine, this project is meant to bring joy and calm to your sewing time.