Santa - 2026 Pillow Series

Wrap up the 2026 Pillow Series with a merry and memorable holiday project: the St. Nick pillow! In this final class of the year, you’ll bring Santa’s cheerful patchwork face to life using simple geometric piecing, thoughtful fabric placement, and cozy seasonal prints. This festive pillow is designed to be both approachable and delightful, making it the perfect way to celebrate the end of an inspiring year of stitching.

We’ll begin by walking through fabric choices for Santa’s hat, rosy cheeks, and beard, exploring how color and pattern can add personality and charm. Step-by-step, you’ll piece each section, Santa’s face, hat brim, beard curves, and sweet little eyes while learning tips for maintaining accuracy, smoothing angles, and keeping seams crisp. We’ll also cover pressing techniques and layout strategies to ensure your St. Nick block comes together cleanly.

Once the block is complete, you’ll explore quilting options that enhance the texture of Santa’s beard and hat without overwhelming the design. From straight-line grids to gentle curves, we’ll help you choose a quilting style that complements your pillow beautifully. To finish, you’ll turn your quilted panel into a polished pillow cover ready to display on your couch, layer with your holiday décor, or gift to someone special.

This finale class is perfect for confident beginners and seasoned quilters who love festive sewing. By the end, you’ll leave with a joyful holiday pillow and the satisfying feeling of completing the entire 2026 pillow series. It’s the perfect way to celebrate creativity, community, and a year filled with handmade beauty!

All materials for the class (including the machine!) will be provided. Just bring yourself! If you would like to bring in your own machine, please feel free to do so.

Pattern included in the class: Sew Jolly by Lella Boutique



Notes:
- Basic sewing experience with machine required.
- Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Check out the other pillow classes for the 2026 Pillow Series!
Jan 4: Wild Heart Pillow
Mar 7: Bluebonnet Pillow
May 3: Sawtooth Flower Pillow
Jul 11: Butterfly Pillow
Sep 13: Frankenstein Pillow