Clamshell Pillow Tutorial on Sew Mama Sew Blog

on Oct 14, 2016 in Blog, tutorial | 3 comments

The Quilted Clamshell pillow is easy to make a is a “no pressure” way to practice quilting clamshell designs. This complete tutorial with step-by-step instructions is over on the Sew Mama Sew Blog. Stitch the designs by hand, on your home sewing machine, or on a longarm machine.

We’ll transform these simple supplies into a decorative home accent.

With design tips and styles from the quilting resource guide, The Quilted Clamshell, you cannot go wrong.

Make the arrangement as shown or make any clamshell design you prefer. It is a very customize-able project. The pillow in the tutorial only has 11 total clamshell shapes to let you dip your toe into the free motion quilting arena.

Grab your PDF download templates at Sew Mama Sew Blog. Post your projects to Instagram using the hashtag #thequiltedclamshell.

If you love the process and tutorial and want more design ideas for your next clamshell quilt, don’t forget to get your copy of The Quilted Clamshell.

3 Comments

Your tutorial on the Clam Shell pillow is without a doubt the best I’ve ever read. I’m currently in love with the clam shell pattern and always on the lookout for patterns. I tried to order your book, the e-book version, and couldn’t check out because it got hung up on the “shipping” issue. This happened to me on another site once, it is as if the program doesn’t recognize the instant download aspect and can’t adjust for no shipping. I’ll get your book eventually. Thanks again for the great tutorial

Betty

October 18, 2016

Sorry about that. Yes, a box wasn’t checked on my product page. I think I fixed it. Thanks for letting me know! I’m glad you enjoyed the tutorial!!

Jen Eskridge

October 18, 2016

I love that sweater. What I love most is the loose fit around the shoulders and upper mid section but then it becomes fitted around the waist. This is such a flattering cut for a lot of people, it looks great on you. I love the cross and I agree with dressing after our "moods." I'll be linking to you soon. Love,Shauna xxoxoo

http://www.fbcgroveport.com/

April 23, 2017

Your tutorial on the Clam Shell pillow is without a doubt the best I’ve ever read. I’m currently in love with the clam shell pattern and always on the lookout for patterns. I tried to order your book, the e-book version, and couldn’t check out because it got hung up on the “shipping” issue. This happened to me on another site once, it is as if the program doesn’t recognize the instant download aspect and can’t adjust for no shipping. I’ll get your book eventually. Thanks again for the great tutorial

Betty
October 18, 2016
Sorry about that. Yes, a box wasn’t checked on my product page. I think I fixed it. Thanks for letting me know! I’m glad you enjoyed the tutorial!!

Jen Eskridge
October 18, 2016
I love that sweater. What I love most is the loose fit around the shoulders and upper mid section but then it becomes fitted around the waist. This is such a flattering cut for a lot of people, it looks great on you. I love the cross and I agree with dressing after our "moods." I'll be linking to you soon. Love,Shauna xxoxoo

http://www.fbcgroveport.com/
April 23, 2017