2027 President’s Pillow Challenge
100 Pillows…..100 Winners!! Lots of Fun!
For this year’s President’s Challenge, we would love for everyone in the guild to make one 20″ × 20″ pillow cover to donate for our 2027 Quilt Show! Participation is encouraged, but certainly not required.
We think this will be a fun way to thank our quilt show visitors for attending, while also raising money for the guild to help fund our speakers, programs, and other special events.
The Challenge
Make one finished 20″ × 20″ pillow cover.
Just the pillow cover, not the insert. We will have them available for winners to purchase if they want.
That’s really the only rule!
Your pillow should include:
- Pillow Top (Front)
- Block or other design for the front
- Layer of batting
- A lining
- Pillow Back
- Zipper encloser back
Follow this tutorial for a simple zipper enclosure:
https://sewjean.com/tutorials/how-to-install-a-designer-zipper/
-OR-
- Envelope style back
Follow this tutorial for a simple zipper enclosure:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QFW01Pm1Ue4
FYI – This video is not for a 20×20 pillow so you will need to adjust your measurements.
What Can I Make?
Anything goes!
This is a great opportunity to have some fun and use what you already have. You could:
- Use an orphan quilt block
- Make a favorite quilt block
- Make a holiday or seasonal pillow
- Use embroidery or appliqué
- Turn a class project into a pillow
Ready to Turn It In?
Bring your finished pillow cover to any guild meeting and look for the Pillow Donation Box!
You can turn them in anytime—no need to wait until the quilt show gets closer.
We can’t wait to see what everyone creates. If every member makes just one, imagine the wonderful assortment of pillows we’ll have to raffle at the show!
Thank you for helping make our ‘2027 Raven About Quilts’ Show extra special!
Karen & Kathy
Co-Presidents — The Special K Team
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