Single Block Projects: Quilt Block Pillow by Ashley Nickels

Intermediate | 17 min

Taught by Ashley Nickels

Wondering what to do with all of the gorgeous blocks in our Block of the Month series? Ashley Nickels shows how to expertly set any quilt block in a posh pillowcase, featuring sashing to frame the block and a hidden zipper. She demonstrates the technique using Carolyn Friedlander's Polk Block, but you can use any block you please to create custom pillows for your home.

Learn how to:

Add sashing
Install a hidden zipper
Sew with a zipper foot

What you’ll get:

Detailed instructions on how to turn a quilt block into a pillowcase
4 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
Detailed supplies list
Step-by-step expert instruction from Ashley Nickels
The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students

Chapters

Quilt Block Pillow
Overview00:53
Materials01:04

Making the Pillow
Add sashing and zipper11:20
Assemble the pillow04:12

Materials

Here’s what you’ll need:

Quilt block of your choice (Ashley demonstrates using Carolyn Friedlander’s Polk Block - set of 4 blocks sewn together to create a 14” square)
20” square quilting cotton for back of pillow
3 ½” strips of quilting cotton for sashing
16” zipper
19" square pillow form
Thread in coordinating color
Sewing machine
Zipper foot
Snips or seam ripper
Scissors
Rotary cutter
Clear gridded quilting ruler
Cutting mat
Pins
Iron and ironing board