Downloadable PDF pattern to make a quilted book sleeve using traditional piecing and half-square triangles.
Includes step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and cutting guidance for a smooth sewing process.
QUICK DETAILS
Format: Digital PDF download — no physical item shipped
Skill level: Confident Beginner
Finished size: 12" × 10"
Techniques: Traditional piecing, 8-at-a-time HSTs, basic quilting, lining, and ribbon closure
Includes: Instructions, diagrams, cutting chart, layout, quilting guidance, and finishing steps
Assumptions: ¼″ seam allowance, 42″ usable WOF
ABOUT THE PATTERN
The Sawtooth Star Book Sleeve is a quilted book sleeve pattern designed to guide you through creating a clean, structured book cover using traditional patchwork.
This pattern features a classic Sawtooth Star block on both the front and back panels, with simple borders, light quilting, lining, and ribbon ties for a sweet finished detail.
The finished piece is designed for everyday use, thoughtful handmade gifting, book lovers, readers, journal keepers, and anyone who likes to tuck a favourite book safely into something handmade.
SKILL LEVEL
Confident Beginner
This pattern assumes you have basic quilting knowledge. For a tutorial on how to quilt, watch this tutorial here: https://www.exshawquilts.com/blog/how-to-make-your-first-quilt-easy-steps-for-beginners
FINISHED SIZE
→ 12" × 10"
WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE
→ Step-by-step written instructions
→ Fabric requirements
→ Cutting chart
→ HST instructions
→ Block assembly diagrams
→ Quilting and finishing steps
→ Printer-friendly PDF
DESIGN FEATURES
→ Classic Sawtooth Star design
→ Quilted front and back panels
→ Clean, structured book sleeve shape
→ Ribbon tie closure
→ Great for handmade gifts
→ Works well with solids, simple prints, and classic colour pairings
→ Designed for books, journals, and everyday reading accessories
CONSTRUCTION & TECHNIQUES
→ Traditional piecing
→ 8-at-a-time half-square triangles
→ Straight seams throughout
→ Basic quilting
→ Lined sleeve construction
→ Ribbon closure
→ Assumes ¼″ seam allowance
→ Assumes 42″ usable WOF
MATERIALS
→ Quilting cotton
→ Batting or fusible fleece
→ Lining fabric
→ Ribbon fabric or premade ribbon
→ Thread
→ Basic quilting tools
Full requirements and cutting details are included in the pattern.
DELIVERY
📥 DIGITAL DOWNLOAD PDF
No physical item will be shipped.
Instant access after Etsy checkout.
USAGE & LICENSING
For personal, non-commercial use only.
Items made from this pattern may not be sold.
Pattern may not be shared, copied, or redistributed.
SUPPORT
Questions while sewing? I’m happy to help.
• Website: exshawquilts.com
• YouTube: youtube.com/@exshawquilts
• Email: hello@exshawquilts.com
SHARE YOUR MAKE
Tag @exshaw and use #EXSHAWQUILTS
Downloadable PDF pattern to make a quilted book sleeve using traditional piecing and half-square triangles.
Includes step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and cutting guidance for a smooth sewing process.
QUICK DETAILS
Format: Digital PDF download — no physical item shipped
Skill level: Confident Beginner
Finished size: 12" × 10"
Techniques: Traditional piecing, 8-at-a-time HSTs, basic quilting, lining, and ribbon closure
Includes: Instructions, diagrams, cutting chart, layout, quilting guidance, and finishing steps
Assumptions: ¼″ seam allowance, 42″ usable WOF
ABOUT THE PATTERN
The Sawtooth Star Book Sleeve is a quilted book sleeve pattern designed to guide you through creating a clean, structured book cover using traditional patchwork.
This pattern features a classic Sawtooth Star block on both the front and back panels, with simple borders, light quilting, lining, and ribbon ties for a sweet finished detail.
The finished piece is designed for everyday use, thoughtful handmade gifting, book lovers, readers, journal keepers, and anyone who likes to tuck a favourite book safely into something handmade.
SKILL LEVEL
Confident Beginner
This pattern assumes you have basic quilting knowledge. For a tutorial on how to quilt, watch this tutorial here: https://www.exshawquilts.com/blog/how-to-make-your-first-quilt-easy-steps-for-beginners
FINISHED SIZE
→ 12" × 10"
WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE
→ Step-by-step written instructions
→ Fabric requirements
→ Cutting chart
→ HST instructions
→ Block assembly diagrams
→ Quilting and finishing steps
→ Printer-friendly PDF
DESIGN FEATURES
→ Classic Sawtooth Star design
→ Quilted front and back panels
→ Clean, structured book sleeve shape
→ Ribbon tie closure
→ Great for handmade gifts
→ Works well with solids, simple prints, and classic colour pairings
→ Designed for books, journals, and everyday reading accessories
CONSTRUCTION & TECHNIQUES
→ Traditional piecing
→ 8-at-a-time half-square triangles
→ Straight seams throughout
→ Basic quilting
→ Lined sleeve construction
→ Ribbon closure
→ Assumes ¼″ seam allowance
→ Assumes 42″ usable WOF
MATERIALS
→ Quilting cotton
→ Batting or fusible fleece
→ Lining fabric
→ Ribbon fabric or premade ribbon
→ Thread
→ Basic quilting tools
Full requirements and cutting details are included in the pattern.
DELIVERY
📥 DIGITAL DOWNLOAD PDF
No physical item will be shipped.
Instant access after Etsy checkout.
USAGE & LICENSING
For personal, non-commercial use only.
Items made from this pattern may not be sold.
Pattern may not be shared, copied, or redistributed.
SUPPORT
Questions while sewing? I’m happy to help.
• Website: exshawquilts.com
• YouTube: youtube.com/@exshawquilts
• Email: hello@exshawquilts.com
SHARE YOUR MAKE
Tag @exshaw and use #EXSHAWQUILTS
