Hand Stitch Companion Pillow Pattern by Melanie Traylor - PDF DOWNLOAD

The Hand Stitch Companion Pillow is a relaxing hand quilting project that turns simple stitching into something special. This pattern teaches you how to create a beautifully textured pillow using only a basic running stitch — the perfect introduction to hand quilting for beginners or anyone who wants to slow down and sew something soothing.

You’ll learn how to prepare your pillow layers, add charming hand-quilted details, and finish with a full-width zipper back for a polished look. This project comes together quickly (most quilters finish it in an evening) and gives you endless options to personalize your design.

You can quilt directly over a geometric fabric, letting the fabric guide your stitches, or use a stencil to draw your own design on a solid fabric. Either way, the result is tactile, cozy, and one-of-a-kind.

? This listing is for a digital PDF pattern download.

What’s Inside

• Printable PDF pattern with clear step-by-step instructions

• Diagrams for each stage of assembly

• Two quilting approaches (geometric or stencil)

• Tips for hand quilting, layering, and zipper installation

• Links to helpful video demos for visual learners

Pattern Details

• Finished Size: from 14" square to 20" x 36"

• Skill Level: Beginner

• Techniques: Hand quilting, zipper installation, pillow assembly

• Time Estimate: One to two evenings

• File Type: PDF instant download

Supplies You’ll Need

• Hand quilting thread

• Hand quilting needles

• Stencils + marking tools

• Geometric fabrics

• Pinking shears

• Zipper

• Interfacing

• Pillow form or stuffing

 

You can also substitute with fabrics from your scrap stash or experiment with different stitch lengths for a more organic, handmade look.

Pair It With

✨ Geometric fabric bundles — perfect for quilting directly over your design.
? Hand quilting stencils — add a scallop, wave, or floral pattern for a custom touch.

Prefer to Watch a Demo?

You can also follow along with me in the Hand Stitch Companion Pillow Demo, where I walk through every step from start to finish.

A Few Thoughts from Me

I designed this project as a gentle introduction to hand quilting — something small, beautiful, and completely doable. It’s proof that you don’t need to spend weeks on a quilt to create something special. Just a few stitches, a quiet evening, and you’ll have a handmade pillow full of warmth and texture.

 Copyright - You may not reproduce, distribute, or share this pattern in any form, physical or digital, without prior written consent from Southern Charm Quilts.

• You may sell quilts created from this pattern on a small scale and are granted permission to use this quilt pattern to create quilts to be entered into shows or contests. The following terms and conditions apply:

Attribution:

• Each quilt entered into a show or contest or made for sale using this pattern must prominently credit Southern Charm Quilts. This can be in the form of a label on the quilt, signage accompanying the display, or any official description of the quilt. This attribution is a mark of respect for the original design and the effort that went into creating it.

Required Attribution:

• Pattern Designed by Southern Charm Quilts

• Website: southerncharmquilts.com

By using this pattern, you agree to comply with these terms. Thank you for your cooperation and for respecting the intellectual property rights of Southern Charm Quilts.

Contact Information: For any inquiries or to request commercial use permissions, please contact:

Southern Charm Quilts

Email: melanie@southerncharmquilts.com

Website: southerncharmquilts.com