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1.            

Layer the top, batting, and backing.  Quilt.

2.

Measure your quilted block.   Cut the half-yard piece of pillow backing into two pieces measuring 21” x _____ (the size of your quilted block).  For example, if your block measures 17”  square, cut two 21” x 17” pieces.

3.            

Fold the two pieces of pillow backing in half so they measure 10-½” from fold to raw edges. 

For pillows with binding:  Place the pieces on the back of the quilted block matching raw edges and overlapping the two folds.  Pin.  Baste around the block, ¼” from the raw edges.  Add binding.

Note:    The overlapping folds form the opening for inserting the pillow form.  Do not stitch the opening shut.

For pillows without binding:  Place the pieces on the front of the quilted block matching raw edges and overlapping the two folds.  Pin.  Sew with a stitch length of 15-20 stitches per inch.  Flip right side out and insert pillow form.