A downloadable PDF quilt pattern by Exshaw Quilts, designed for intermediate quilters who enjoy traditional quilt blocks with precise piecing and a clean, modern finish.
This pattern walks you step-by-step through making a quilted pencil pouch measuring 9.5 × 5", with clear diagrams, cutting charts, and thoughtful construction tips.
ABOUT THE PATTERN
The Sawtooth Pencil Pouch is a quilted zipper pouch pattern that blends a classic sawtooth block layout with small-scale piecing and a practical, everyday finish. This design uses tiny blocks and precise trimming, making it especially satisfying for quilters who enjoy detail-oriented work.
It’s a great project for sharpening piecing accuracy, making thoughtful handmade gifts, or creating a durable pouch for tools, pencils, or small essentials.
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate (Watch this zipper pouch assembly tutorial here: https://youtu.be/faJMuatgUKQ)
This pattern includes small blocks and precise trimming, which may be challenging for beginners.
FINISHED SIZE
• Finished size: 9.5 × 5"
WHAT’S INCLUDED (AND WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT)
✔ Step-by-step written instructions
✔ Clear cutting charts and piecing diagrams
✔ Traditional block construction methods (half-square triangles)
✔ Assembly, quilting, and zipper pouch finishing instructions
✔ Helpful tips for accuracy when working with small pieces
✔ Printer-friendly PDF layout
✔ 100% original Exshaw Quilts pattern
✔ Instant digital download
DESIGN FEATURES
• Classic sawtooth quilt block layout
• Small-scale piecing for a crisp, detailed finish
• Works beautifully with solids, hand-dyed fabric, or high-contrast color palettes
• Compact size perfect for everyday use
• Clean interior and polished zipper finish
CONSTRUCTION & TECHNIQUES
• Traditional piecing
• Half-square triangles (8-at-a-time method)
• Straight seams throughout
• Zipper pouch construction
• Assumes ¼″ seam allowance
• Assumes 42″ usable width of fabric (WOF)
MATERIALS & SPECS
• Quilting cotton
• Batting or fusible fleece
• Zipper (trimmed to size)
• Thread
• Basic quilting tools (rotary cutter, ruler, sewing machine, zipper foot)
(Full fabric requirements and cutting instructions are included inside the pattern.)
DELIVERY
📥 This is a DIGITAL DOWNLOAD (PDF)
No physical item will be mailed.
You’ll receive instant access after purchase.
USAGE & LICENSING
This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use only.
You may not sell items made from this pattern or share the pattern itself.
SUPPORT
If you have questions while sewing, I’m happy to help—just send a message.
I also share tutorials, tips, and behind-the-scenes quilting on my website and YouTube.
Email: hello@exshawquilts.com
Website: exshawquilts.com
YouTube: youtube.com/@exshawquilts
SHARE YOUR MAKE
I love seeing your finished projects!
Tag @exshaw on Instagram and use #EXSHAWQUILTS
A downloadable PDF quilt pattern by Exshaw Quilts, designed for intermediate quilters who enjoy traditional quilt blocks with precise piecing and a clean, modern finish.
This pattern walks you step-by-step through making a quilted pencil pouch measuring 9.5 × 5", with clear diagrams, cutting charts, and thoughtful construction tips.
ABOUT THE PATTERN
The Sawtooth Pencil Pouch is a quilted zipper pouch pattern that blends a classic sawtooth block layout with small-scale piecing and a practical, everyday finish. This design uses tiny blocks and precise trimming, making it especially satisfying for quilters who enjoy detail-oriented work.
It’s a great project for sharpening piecing accuracy, making thoughtful handmade gifts, or creating a durable pouch for tools, pencils, or small essentials.
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate (Watch this zipper pouch assembly tutorial here: https://youtu.be/faJMuatgUKQ)
This pattern includes small blocks and precise trimming, which may be challenging for beginners.
FINISHED SIZE
• Finished size: 9.5 × 5"
WHAT’S INCLUDED (AND WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT)
✔ Step-by-step written instructions
✔ Clear cutting charts and piecing diagrams
✔ Traditional block construction methods (half-square triangles)
✔ Assembly, quilting, and zipper pouch finishing instructions
✔ Helpful tips for accuracy when working with small pieces
✔ Printer-friendly PDF layout
✔ 100% original Exshaw Quilts pattern
✔ Instant digital download
DESIGN FEATURES
• Classic sawtooth quilt block layout
• Small-scale piecing for a crisp, detailed finish
• Works beautifully with solids, hand-dyed fabric, or high-contrast color palettes
• Compact size perfect for everyday use
• Clean interior and polished zipper finish
CONSTRUCTION & TECHNIQUES
• Traditional piecing
• Half-square triangles (8-at-a-time method)
• Straight seams throughout
• Zipper pouch construction
• Assumes ¼″ seam allowance
• Assumes 42″ usable width of fabric (WOF)
MATERIALS & SPECS
• Quilting cotton
• Batting or fusible fleece
• Zipper (trimmed to size)
• Thread
• Basic quilting tools (rotary cutter, ruler, sewing machine, zipper foot)
(Full fabric requirements and cutting instructions are included inside the pattern.)
DELIVERY
📥 This is a DIGITAL DOWNLOAD (PDF)
No physical item will be mailed.
You’ll receive instant access after purchase.
USAGE & LICENSING
This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use only.
You may not sell items made from this pattern or share the pattern itself.
SUPPORT
If you have questions while sewing, I’m happy to help—just send a message.
I also share tutorials, tips, and behind-the-scenes quilting on my website and YouTube.
Email: hello@exshawquilts.com
Website: exshawquilts.com
YouTube: youtube.com/@exshawquilts
SHARE YOUR MAKE
I love seeing your finished projects!
Tag @exshaw on Instagram and use #EXSHAWQUILTS
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