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Christmas Stuffed Pillow Made With One Fat Quarter
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Fat Quarter
18.9 x 20.5 Inch
Cut fat quarter in half.
Take one of the halves and fold in half again and then again to find the center to place the Scripture writing square. Take the scripture writing and do the same with the folds. Unfold. With rigbt side of the fabric placed up right and place tbe wrong side of scripture writing in the center of right side of fabric. Pin in place. Take both sides and fold over the edges, stitch 1/4 inch seam on both sides. Press. Now do the same with the top and bottom. Press. After this is done it will be smaller than the other piece of fabric. Prepare with right sides together to form the self binding metbod.. Turn inside out. Press. Stuff. Seal.
Self-binding in quilting (also called “fold-over binding” or “self-mitered binding”) is a technique where the quilt backing is used to create the binding — meaning the backing fabric is cut larger than the quilt top, then folded over to the front to finish the edges.
It’s especially popular for baby quilts, placemats, table runners, and mini-quilts.
Here’s a clear, simple guide:
⭐ What Is Self-Binding?
Instead of sewing a separate binding strip, you extend the backing fabric beyond the quilt top by a few inches. After quilting, you trim the batting, fold the backing over twice, and stitch it down.
This creates a neat, soft binding with mitred corners.
🧵 Why Quilters Love It
Faster than traditional binding
Great for beginners
No need to piece binding strips
Lovely polished look on small projects
Uses less fabric overall
📏 How to Do Self-Binding (Step-by-Step)
1. Prepare your quilt layers
Cut backing 4–6 inches larger than the quilt top on all sides.
Example:
If your quilt top is 40" × 40", cut backing about 48" × 48".
2. Layer and quilt
Make your quilt sandwich (backing → batting → quilt top) and quilt as desired.
3. Trim the batting only
Trim the batting to be flush with the quilt top.
Do not cut the backing.
4. Trim the backing evenly
Trim the backing so that it extends ¾"–1½" all around (depending on your desired binding width).
Most quilters use 1 inch of backing beyond the top.
5. Fold the binding
First fold: fold backing edge to meet the edge of the quilt top.
Second fold: fold again over the top to create the visible binding.
Press to keep it crisp.
6. Miter the corners
At corners:
Fold the first side.
Fold the second side over it.
A natural miter forms — adjust until neat, then clip or pin.
7. Sew down the binding
Top-stitch close to the inner fold using:
straight stitch, or
decorative stitch (great for baby quilts!)
🌸 Tips for Best Results
Works best on small/medium quilts; large quilts may distort.
Choose backing fabric that complements your quilt top — it becomes your frame.
For bulky corners, trim backing slightly before folding.
Use quilting clips instead of pins to avoid shifting.
That sounds like a wonderful idea, Shirley-Ann — combining your **TikTok videos** with a **blog post** is a great way to grow your audience and connect your sewing hobby with new followers! Here’s a cozy, friendly blog post draft you could use on your *Sewing With Shirley-Ann Pearman* blog:
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✨ Quilted Fabric Sleeves in Magical Unicorn Print ✨
I’ve been having such fun in my sewing room lately! Using this adorable **pink unicorn print Cotton**, I created a matching set of **quilted fabric sleeves** — perfect for keeping your tablet, notebook, or sewing supplies safe and cozy.
Each piece is softly padded and quilted for durability, with a dreamy design featuring galloping unicorns and little clouds. The fabric itself just makes me smile — it’s whimsical, bright, and cheerful, adding a bit of magic to any day.
🧵 **Sewing details:**
* Outer fabric: Pink flannel with unicorn and cloud print
* Lining: Coordinating pastel cotton
* Batting: Lightweight quilt batting for structure
* Quilting: Simple straight-line stitching for a clean, classic look
You can see more of this project in action in my **TikTok videos below:**
If you love sewing projects like this — quick, useful, and a little bit magical — follow me on TikTok and here on my blog for more fabric fun! I’ll be sharing more quilted makes, cozy home projects, and sewing inspiration soon.
💖 Happy Sewing,
**Shirley-Ann**
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Would you like me to make this post fit more of your **“vintage floral & cozy”** blog tone (lavender, sage, beige palette) or keep it in this **bright and whimsical unicorn** theme? I can tailor the language and feel to better match your blog’s style.
Here’s a friendly and cozy blog post draft you could use for “Sewing With Shirley-Ann Pearman” or “Sewing, Quilting etc. By ShirleyAnn Pearman” — it fits beautifully with your warm, handmade style:
✨ Quilted Cosmetic, Overnight, etc. Bag ✨
I recently finished this lovely quilted fabric bag, and I’m so pleased with how it turned out! It’s just the right size to use as a cosmetic bag, overnight tote, or even for keeping sewing notions together when traveling.
The soft quilted fabric gives it a cozy, padded feel, while the light cream background with coral and gold leaf-like patterns adds a gentle, elegant touch. 🌸
It features:
A zippered top closure to keep everything secure
Two sturdy quilted handles
A neat inside pocket for small essentials
Fully lined with matching fabric for a clean, finished look
I enjoyed making this one — it’s always satisfying when a project combines both practical use and pretty design.
Here are a few photos of how it turned out:
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(Insert your three lovely photos here — front, side, and inside views.)
This was a simple but rewarding sewing project that can be made in different sizes or fabrics depending on how you plan to use it. I might try another one soon in a floral print for spring! 🌼
Have you made a quilted bag before? I’d love to hear what fabrics or styles you’ve tried.
Would you like me to adjust this post for your Sewing With Shirley-Ann Pearman blog (lavender–sage–beige tone) or for your Sewing, Quilting etc. blog (rose–mint–cream tone)? I can tailor the wording and style slightly to match your theme.
@shirleyannlp T O T E B A G This tote bag was started and half way through being done several years ago. I came across it this week when doing a bit of housekeeping. It was a bag I put down because of disappointing stitches, the fabric is an artificial leather which requires a heavy duty machine to make better stitches. I tried the best that I could with what I had. This part of the bag is the lining of the pattern, the actual bag portion I think might have been thrown away because it became very sticky with melted velcro on it. So, today I worked with what was left and turned the lining of the inside to be the outer and cut up a old curtain and used it as a plain lining. The original pattern is Kwik Sew Pattern 3249 Bags and Cases Hoping to attempt this bag again soon, but probably not with this type of fabric, unless I have a Heavy Duty Sewing Machine. Although it has stitches looking blundered the pattern is very nice pattern, but because it is designed for Woven Fabrics as Cotton, Cotton types, decorator fabrics, duck cloth, denim, twill. Maybe the artificial leather was too much for the pattern. However, its turned out not too bad and the decorative stitches did not turn out too bad either. All in all there is plenty of room to improve on. You are welcome to join my Fan Club with the Hearts Me. When on Live, I most graciously thank you to receiving the coins too. "Go Live" Thank you! #creatorsearchinsight#sew#handbagmaking#fyp#contentcreator♬ Whispers in the Grass - Cozy-Cozy-Moodscape
This tote bag was started and half way through being done several years ago. I came across it this week when doing a bit of housekeeping. It was a bag I put down because of disappointing stitches, the fabric is an artificial leather which requires a heavy duty machine to make better stitches. I tried the best that I could with what I had.
This part of the bag is the lining of the pattern, the actual bag portion I think might have been thrown away because it became very sticky with melted velcro on it.
So, today I worked with what was left and turned the lining of the inside to be the outer and cut up a old curtain and used it as a plain lining.
The original pattern is Kwik Sew Pattern 3249 Bags and Cases
Hoping to attempt this bag again soon, but probably not with this type of fabric, unless I have a Heavy Duty Sewing Machine.
Although it has stitches looking blundered the pattern is very nice pattern, but because it is designed for Woven Fabrics as Cotton, Cotton types, decorator fabrics, duck cloth, denim, twill.
Maybe the artificial leather was too much for the pattern.
However, its turned out not too bad and the decorative stitches did not turn out too bad either. All in all there is plenty of room to improve on.
You are welcome to join my Fan Club with the Hearts Me. When on Live, I most graciously thank you to receiving the coins too. "Go Live"
“Sewing Tip of the Day” you can use for a TikTok post, inspired by your blog link about making a cosmetic bag, change purse, or eyeglass case:
✨ Sewing Tip of the Day ✨
When making small projects like a cosmetic bag or eyeglass case, use lightweight fusible interfacing. It gives structure without bulk and keeps your fabric looking neat and professional. 💜✂️
Perfect for quick gifts or using up fabric scraps!
Do you want me to make this into a
TikTok script with on-screen text and voiceover lines, or just keep it as a simple caption-style tip?
Perfect 🌸 Here’s a ready-to-use TikTok script with voiceover + on-screen text inspired by your blog project:
🎥 TikTok Sewing Tip Script [Clip 1: Show the fabric + lining pieces on your table]
📢 Voiceover: “Sewing tip of the day!” 📝 On-screen text: ✨ Sewing Tip of the Day ✨
[Clip 2: Hold up fusible interfacing] 📢 Voiceover: “When making small projects like cosmetic bags or eyeglass cases, use lightweight fusible interfacing.”
📝 On-screen text: ✔️ Adds structure without bulk
[Clip 3: Press fabric with interfacing] 📢 Voiceover: “It keeps your fabric looking neat and professional.”
📝 On-screen text: ✂️ Neat & professional finish
[Clip 4: Show a finished cosmetic bag/change purse/eyeglass case]
📢 Voiceover: “Perfect for quick gifts and great for using up fabric scraps!”
📝 On-screen text: 🎁 Great scrap-buster project!
[Outro screen] 📝 On-screen text: Follow for more sewing tips 💜
Do you want me to also suggest hashtags + caption text for TikTok to help reach a wider sewing/craft audience?
Here’s a ready-to-post caption + hashtag bundle for your TikTok sewing tip 🌸✂️ Caption idea:
✨ Sewing Tip of the Day ✨ Add lightweight fusible interfacing to small projects like cosmetic bags, change purses, or eyeglass cases for a neat, professional finish 💜 Perfect for scrap-busting + gift-making! 🎁✂️
