The Western Star Pillow was born out of my love for Practical Magic—that soft, luminous feeling of fall evenings, family stories, and a touch of everyday enchantment. The star has always been a symbol of protection to me, a quiet reminder that home is where our magic lives. I stitched this design in warm espresso and cream to echo candlelight, amber glow, and the steady comfort of hand-pulled stitches on a cool night.
This pattern creates a timeless, modern-meets-nostalgic quilted pillow with a bold star at its center. It’s meditative to sew, beautiful to display, and just the right kind of gift-worthy.
Skill Level
Intermediate
What’s Included (and why you’ll love it)
• Step-by-step instructions for making a finished 20" × 20" pillow
• Clear cutting charts and 8-at-a-time HST methods
• Block layout guidance for the Western Star motif
• Quilting and finishing instructions for tidy, professional results
• Envelope-back assembly for a clean, polished finish
• Printer-friendly PDF with a clean, minimal layout
• 100% original pattern
• Downloadable PDF
Design Features
• Classic Western Star block constructed from HSTs
• Clean envelope-back closure—no zipper required
• Fully quilted front panel with a smooth cotton canvas back
• Works beautifully in solids, hand-dyed pieces, high-contrast palettes, or scrappy variations
Construction & Techniques
• ¼″ seam allowance throughout
• 8-at-a-time HST method for efficiency
• Straightforward block assembly with clear trimming guidance
• Simple quilt sandwich construction
• Envelope-back finishing with double-fold hems
• Pressing notes and tips for crisp points and a smooth final shape
Materials & Specs
Finished Size: 20″ × 20″ pillow cover
All Exshaw Quilts patterns assume 42″ usable WOF and ¼″ seam allowance
You’ll Need:
• Fabric for star + background (see yardage chart in pattern)
• Lining fabric
• Batting for the quilted front
• Cotton canvas for envelope-back panels
• Thread for piecing and quilting
• 20″ × 20″ pillow form
Sometimes the most comforting makes are the simple ones—steady seams, familiar shapes, and that moment when the star comes together in your hands. This pillow is a small celebration of home, warmth, and the magic we stitch into the things we use every day.
All sales are final. If you have any questions before purchasing, please reach out—I want you to feel confident in your purchase.
Thank you so much for supporting my work. It means the world to me that something I designed might find its way into your everyday life.
With warmth,
Kim
Tag your finish with #EXSHAWQUILTS and @exshaw so I can cheer you on.
This pattern is intended for personal use only.
The Western Star Pillow was born out of my love for Practical Magic—that soft, luminous feeling of fall evenings, family stories, and a touch of everyday enchantment. The star has always been a symbol of protection to me, a quiet reminder that home is where our magic lives. I stitched this design in warm espresso and cream to echo candlelight, amber glow, and the steady comfort of hand-pulled stitches on a cool night.
This pattern creates a timeless, modern-meets-nostalgic quilted pillow with a bold star at its center. It’s meditative to sew, beautiful to display, and just the right kind of gift-worthy.
Skill Level
Intermediate
What’s Included (and why you’ll love it)
• Step-by-step instructions for making a finished 20" × 20" pillow
• Clear cutting charts and 8-at-a-time HST methods
• Block layout guidance for the Western Star motif
• Quilting and finishing instructions for tidy, professional results
• Envelope-back assembly for a clean, polished finish
• Printer-friendly PDF with a clean, minimal layout
• 100% original pattern
• Downloadable PDF
Design Features
• Classic Western Star block constructed from HSTs
• Clean envelope-back closure—no zipper required
• Fully quilted front panel with a smooth cotton canvas back
• Works beautifully in solids, hand-dyed pieces, high-contrast palettes, or scrappy variations
Construction & Techniques
• ¼″ seam allowance throughout
• 8-at-a-time HST method for efficiency
• Straightforward block assembly with clear trimming guidance
• Simple quilt sandwich construction
• Envelope-back finishing with double-fold hems
• Pressing notes and tips for crisp points and a smooth final shape
Materials & Specs
Finished Size: 20″ × 20″ pillow cover
All Exshaw Quilts patterns assume 42″ usable WOF and ¼″ seam allowance
You’ll Need:
• Fabric for star + background (see yardage chart in pattern)
• Lining fabric
• Batting for the quilted front
• Cotton canvas for envelope-back panels
• Thread for piecing and quilting
• 20″ × 20″ pillow form
Sometimes the most comforting makes are the simple ones—steady seams, familiar shapes, and that moment when the star comes together in your hands. This pillow is a small celebration of home, warmth, and the magic we stitch into the things we use every day.
All sales are final. If you have any questions before purchasing, please reach out—I want you to feel confident in your purchase.
Thank you so much for supporting my work. It means the world to me that something I designed might find its way into your everyday life.
With warmth,
Kim
Tag your finish with #EXSHAWQUILTS and @exshaw so I can cheer you on.
This pattern is intended for personal use only.
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