How to Make a Quillow | a Shabby Fabrics Tutorial
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 ต.ค. 2024
- Join Jen in this exciting step-by-step tutorial as she creates a Quillow! Featuring colorful dinosaur fabrics from the Stomp Stomp Roar! collection by Stacy Iest Hsu for Moda Fabrics, this fun project is designed to be a quilt and a pillow in one. Fold up the quilt and tuck it into the pocket of the pillow for a quick cleanup and give your little ones a cozy spot to curl up with their favorite book.
Perfect for traveling to camp or going to grandma's, this functional project is easily washable and makes a great gift! Pick up a kit and check out the links below for everything you need to make this adorable project!
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WHAT YOU NEED FOR THIS PROJECT
Quillow Kit - Stomp Stomp Roar!: www.shabbyfabr...
Shop All Charm Packs & Layer Cakes: www.shabbyfabr...
Get the FREE Download for the Quillow: www.shabbyfabr...
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NOTIONS USED IN THIS VIDEO
Clover Point 2 Point Turner: www.shabbyfabr...
Creative Grids 2-1/2" x 24-1/2"" Ruler - CGR224: www.shabbyfabr...
Schmetz Topstitch Needles - Size 80/12 5ct: www.shabbyfabr...
Clover Flower Head Pins: www.shabbyfabr...
Clover Magnetic Pin Caddy: www.shabbyfabr...
Frixion Clicker Pen 2 Pack: www.shabbyfabr...
Kai Embroidery Scissors: www.shabbyfabr...
Olfa Rotary Cutters & Blades: www.shabbyfabr...
Wool Pressing Mat: www.shabbyfabr...
Oliso Smart Iron: www.shabbyfabr...
Thread: www.shabbyfabr...
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17:46 I made a quillow for a woman with Parkinsons, and she asked for two ‘grab-loops’ to be sewn into the corners where you grab to turn the pillow square right side out over the folded quilt . That made it easy for her to turn it. For kids you could use webbing straps folded in half, overlapped at the base of the webbing to look like cat or dog ears, so when it’s turned pillow-side-out, the loops look fun. Thank you for sharing the pattern. It’s really fun for stack-and-whack and fussy cutting too. Because if you make one, you’ll want to make more ☺️🧵🪡
The loops are such a great suggestion! Thanks so much for sharing it with us! -Michelle
Love your idea for the "grab hooks"! Thank you! 💖
I made one 30 years ago ( although not pieced/quilted) when my daughter was born. Used it initially as a breast feeding support under my arm, then it became her blanket. She still has it and loves it! Keeps it on her sofa for watching TV!
That's a wonderful suggestion for this project! We're glad it brings back some fond memories. -Michelle
I've made these for every person I know in themed fabrics of their choice. I just used two fabrics, no precuts.
Everyone wanted one!!!
And for the kiddos I machined embroidered their names on the pillow portion. Always was a guaranteed hit.
That's amazing! Thanks so much for watching. -Michelle
I love that you have brought back this fun project!
We're very happy it inspires you! Thank you so much for watching! -Michelle
I made my son one of these quillows 27 yrs ago when he was born and my granddaughter when she was born 4 yrs ago. I didnt use charm packs, i used yardage .They are fun to make. Thanks for sharing an old but great and useful item. ❤
That is really awesome! It is a great and fun project to do! Thanks for your comment! ❤️ - Abby
These were popular about 30 years ago!! I made a couple back then. 😊
They are definitely a fun project! Thank you for watching. -Michelle
Thank you so much for this tutorial and the free pattern! I might take my scraps and add a pillow case to the back of some of my small throw quilts! Then I can take them out of storage a use them as decorative pillows!!! Thanks again!😊
Hi Diane -We’re so glad this project inspires you! Thank you very much for watching. -Michelle
❤. Thank you so much for sharing this! I’ve been looking for a pattern for these. I want to make these for my local Rainbow Room. Children going into foster care usually don’t have many or any belongings and this is something they can keep and take with them where ever they’re placed.
We're so glad this project has inspired you! Thank you so much for using your talents to enrich the lives of others. -Michelle
This is the 1st time I have seen one made & I Love It! Thank you Jen for showing us how to fold it. up & put inside, that is so helpful! I plan on making my 3 grandchildren one. Thank s for the free download & your Amazing Tutorial! Keep up the Good Work you are doing. The Tutorials are very Helpful!
Woohoo! We're so glad this project has inspires you. Thanks so much for your comment. -Michelle
I’ve made several of these, one last year from Anne of Green Gables charm packsAND fabric. So great seeing you teach it. My kids/grandkids loved them. I used to just tie them, then went to quilting. Both works well. Thank you for bringing it back!
We're glad this project inspires some fond memories for you! Thank you very much for your comment. -Michelle
Also a great picnic quilt. Folds up small lays out large. TFS
Yes! Great idea!! -Michelle
I made them in the past. I made on for my cousin out of polar fleece. Her feet are always cold, so she uses the pocket to put her feet in when watching TV. They are really cool.
That sounds so cozy! Thanks for sharing the fun suggestion. -Michelle
Great idea for around campfire in fall keep feet warm in pillow ❤
I feel like I’m missing out! Never heard of this but I’m going to make some for grand kids and child who need love! Thanks a million!
We're so glad this project inspires you, Michelle! Thanks so much for watching. -Michelle
You’re welcome! How do I make it larger for an adult?
Thank you for sharing the pattern and how to make the Quillow. My kids had one when they were young. I plan to make one for our grand kids. They are great travel “blankets”. I might even make some for our cars.
Yes, they're great for travelling! We're happy this project inspires you. -Michelle
I made these years ago. This is the best tutorial. Thank you.
We're so glad you liked it! Thanks so much for your fun comment. -Michelle
Love it such a great idea for a child’s sleepover with friends ❤
We're glad this project inspires you! Thanks so much for watching. -Michelle
Thank you for this pattern & idea. I just finished a quillow for my nephew who is graduating from high school and headed to University of Oregon. I made the quillow in UO colors and fabrics. It came out great & he loves it!
That sounds lovely! We would love to see your project photos! -Kristen
Precioso !!!
Muchas grcs. por enseñar su talento.
Ya hace más de 4 décadas hicimos algunos ""cojines mágicos "" las mujeres en mi iglesia en mi querido desierto 🌵☀️🌴 en Sonora, MÉX 🇲🇽.
Años después que nos quedamos solas" mi niña pequeña y yo, hice algunos para venta y gustaron mucho.
Suerte y Felicidades para todas al hacerlos tmbn. Y qué mejor si usan retazos guardados o reciclan algo de casa.👍👏👏👏💗💐
What a nice project. Ones i bought a layer cake and i didn`t know what to do with it. This project is a wonderful idea for this layer cake. Thank you for this video.
We're very happy this project inspires you! Thank you very much for watching! -Michelle
Talk about a blast from the past. I ❤ it! A Quillow was always on my "to do" list, thank you for the reminder and for a fantastic tutorial!
This is a great project! Happy that you enjoyed the tutorial! Have fun with this project and thanks for your comment! ❤️ - Abby
So cool!
We can agree with you! Happy that you love it and thanks for your comment! - Abby
Love your demonstration and pattern. Just wish you had done this 3 years ago when I was helping my neice make one for her 4-H project. 😊 We had a heck of a time finding any kind of instructions.
We're happy you enjoy this project! Thanks so much for your comment. -Michelle
We used to make these with 3 fabrics. A print (cotton or flannel) for the front with a coordinating fabric for the pillow and fleece for the back.
They were fun to make.
I even have a pattern by Boulder Creek Designs from 2003 that fancied them up with buttoned tabs on the sides.
Fleece or flannel would definitely be a great addition to this project! Thanks so much for commenting. -Michelle
Great project.
Thank you very much! We're glad you like it. -Michelle
Love Quillows, thank you for the pattern and tutorial!! 💓
We're happy you enjoy this great project! Thanks so much for watching. -Michelle
Thank you ! Thank you ! Love your tutorials! ❤
We're glad you enjoy it! Thanks so much for watching! -Michelle
I had a legal home daycare 25 years ago and made a bunch of these for my kids
They were not quilted I just ran straight lines down from pillow They Held up well
I also made some for the adults I knew The pillow was not quilted I used printed squares i used nice fabric appropriate for kids …. And pretty printed for adults. Super easy to make it was years later when they became popular I got the pattern from a magazine ,,
Super simple explanation! Thanks
We're happy you enjoyed this tutorial! Thank you so much for watching. -Michelle
This is so neat!! I’ll make this for sure…CHRISTMAS sleepovers
That's a wonderful idea! We're so glad this project inspires you. -Michelle
I made one for my daughter and husband when they got married so they could cuddle up on the couch and now I made one for my granddaughter. We live in Germany and my daughter and family live in the UK so when she visits the quill comes with her.
We're glad you enjoy this fun project as much as we do! Thank you very much for your comment. -Michelle
Thank you! My sister and I were recently talking about making these.
So glad you found this tutorial helpful! Thank you for watching :) -Michelle
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Very nicely done. I made a couple many many years ago. I’m thinking I’ll make some for the g’kids now.
That does sound like an excellent idea! We're happy this fun project inspires you. -Michelle
I made these for my g'kids about 20 years ago, now like you, thinking of making for gg'kids!!
Omgosh a quillow!! 😍 Like a pillow but better!
We're happy you enjoy this fun project! Thank you very much for watching. -Michelle
Absolutely love this. Thank you for the tutorial😊
This is a perfect gift for kids! Happy that you love it! Thank you for your comment! 😊 - Abby
Buongiorno ho visto il video e il tuo progetto è bellissimo complimenti ciao 😊
Grazie mille. Siamo molto contenti che ti piaccia questo progetto! -Michelle
This is a wonderful project to use up scraps and donate to your local children's organization. Thank you!!!
It sure is! We're very happy this project inspires you!! -Michelle
I made these for my children when they were small 25 years ago. I made them from fleece fabric.
That sounds so cozy! Thanks so much for watching. -Michelle
I love it thankyou 😊
We're glad you like this fun project! Thanks for watching. -Michelle
Such a happy video tutorial. I love it! Thank you.
We are so glad you enjoyed this video. Thank you for watching! -Kristen
I absolutely love your channel. Your teaching method is so wonderful. I truly enjoy the projects you bring ro your channel.
We're so glad you enjoy them :) Thank you so much for your kind comment. -Michelle
These are also great to donate to your local PCS. When kids are removed from their homes they usually only have the clothes on their backs.
That is very true and sad.. These make great gifts for children! Happy that you love this project and thanks for your comment! - Abby
That sounds like great gifts!…even for adults. They can fold up into pillows and easily stay on the couch as decoration when not in use.
Definitely! We're happy you enjoyed this project. Thank you for your comment! -Michelle
Thank you
So glad you enjoyed this project! Thanks for watching. -Michelle
I was just looking for a Quillow pattern a few days ago. Thank You. I was thinking maybe putting a handle to carry it??
Hi Sharon - You could definitely add a handle to it. We're glad this project has inspired you. -Michelle
@@ShabbyFabrics Oh it has, was thinking all night what fabrics I could use. 😃 For all the GG kids
Thank you.
We're happy you enjoyed this tutorial. Thanks so much for watching! -Michelle
Looks great and easy to make.
We're glad this project inspires you! Thank you very much for watching. -Michelle
Had to come on to get measurements this Friday for tomorrow! 😊 Sew I was thinking 🤔 again if I use my charm packs could I also use jelly roll to go on the sides?? My math sucks bad! As I have matching lol Anyone ?? Thank You 🙏
Hi Sharon - You could use jelly roll strips, just keep in mind the measurements. Since they're 2.5" wide, you'd have 4.5" strip if you sewed two of them together. If you sew 3 strips together, you can cut 5" blocks to make the math on it easier. Hope this helps! -Michelle www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/585
@@ShabbyFabrics Thanks Michelle, I was thinking about using just around sew would sew it up next to
5 “ just to keep me out of trouble
Excellent step by step video. Thank you!1
We're so glad you enjoy this fun tutorial. Thanks so much for watching! -Michelle
Made these for my sons for car trips many years ago. I’m now 70 and keep one in the car at all times!
They're definitely great for travel! Thanks so much for commenting. -Michelle
i love love love this
We're happy you enjoy it! Thank you so much for watching. -Michelle
Would you recommend flannel???
Hi Vickie - Flannel would be a good idea too! You can also consider using flannel as the backing and making the top out of cotton. -Michelle
I’m making my first very Quillow & actually my first quilt. Do you stitch-in-the-stitch both vertically & horizontally? It’s hard to see from the picture on the back of the quilt. I see that it’s done on the pillow/pocket.
Hi Marlene - We stitched in the ditch both horizontally & vertically. We're so glad you enjoy this fun project! -Michelle
@@ShabbyFabrics Thanks for the fast reply. I’ve got some more stitching to do! And then 4 more Quillows as I’ve decided to make them for my five grandchildren.
That sounds like a wonderful plan :) -Michelle
Great for long car rides!
They sure are! Thank you so much for watching. -Michelle
I think this would be a great car blanket, for emergencies, spontaneous picnics, or just cold passengers. It folds up nice and small, can be used as a blanket or a pillow ( way more comfortable than just resting your head on the window), and is nice and warm if you breakdown in winter.
That's definitely a great idea! We're happy you enjoy this project. Thanks for watching! -Michelle
I'm curious, why do you use a larger piece of backing and padding and then cut down, instead of cutting them to the correct size to begin with?
Sometimes the quilting will "shrink" the backing and batting. This way, everything is the same when you assemble the quillow. Hope this helps! -Kristen
Love this project. Is there any way to make this larger for an adult? I would love to have one for myself.
Hi Mary Kay Harman - You should be able to add more squares to increase this project to your desired size. The quilt portion finishes to approximately 40" × 71.5". Depending on how much extra yardage you add to this quilt, you may want to increase the border size of your pillow portion to allow for the added bulk when folded together. Hope this makes sense! -Michelle
@@ShabbyFabrics Yes. That makes a lot of sense. Thank you.
Made one in home education class
These sure are fun to make! -Michelle
Would this work with minky fabric?
Hi Lianyi - While we haven't used minky fabrics to create this project, it should probably work the same, but you may consider making the size of the pillow portion a bit larger to accommodate for the bulk of the fabrics. -Michelle
Yes, 30 years! But back then it was Secret Pillow.
That sounds like a fun name! Thank you so much for commenting. -Michelle
I am thinking on making the border of the pillow a tad wider and doing French seams for strength, what are your thoughts on this, I haven’t decided on the fabric yet as I want to do this for myself. I have been wanting to make a lap/snuggle on the couch robe for quite some time now…..
Hi Mickey - Because the seams on the pillow aren't exposed (and include the bulk of batting material), we don't think French seams would work the way you anticipate. Hope this helps! -Michelle
Use to make these and sell about 30-40 years ago..
They're fun to make and gift! Thanks so much for watching. -Michelle
How do i get the link to the pattern?
Hi Jani - You can find the Free Download for the Quillow project here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/585 -Michelle
I'm making 3
How fun!! -Michelle
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Thanks so much for your comment. -Michelle
So there's not an actual pillow. I love this idea, but I may have to add an actual pillow some way.
Hi Pamela - You could probably thicken the batting/pillow area. We're glad you enjoy this project! -Michelle
What is the finished size of the quilt?
Hi Karen! The Quilt finishes to 40" × 711/2" and folds inside quillow to approx. 171/2" × 171/2". Hope this helps! -Michelle
I use a Chinese bamboo sticks I have one so it works perfectly fyi if you have one at home❤❤❤❤❤
That is a great suggesting for getting into those tight corners! Thanks so much for your comment. -Michelle
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Thanks so much for your comment! -Michelle