BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//sebbo.net//ical-generator//EN NAME:Rockford Public Library X-WR-CALNAME:Rockford Public Library BEGIN:VEVENT UID:f92574f6-9b1c-4864-8ddb-0e1b6149e2bf SEQUENCE:0 DTSTAMP:20260718T022325Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241024T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241024T183000 SUMMARY:RPL Sewing Group LOCATION:Main Library\nMain Library X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Main Library;X-APPLE-RADIU S=10;X-TITLE=Main Library:geo:42.2720316,-89.0924741 GEO:42.2720316;-89.0924741 DESCRIPTION:Wondering what to make for the book lover you know? Let's make a Reading Pillow.\nhttps://rockford.libnet.info/event/11771274 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Please join us as we explore the joy of se wing and make some cool stuff! You may not exactly hug your sewing machine \, but you will play with fabric and color\, connect with kindred sewers\, and make something beautiful for yourself or others. Challenge yourself t o learn new skills and strengthen your personal style\, all while we cheer each other on.

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These pillows have a big pocket that can hold book s or other treasures! The handle makes it easy to carry for readers of any age. Plus\, the pillow covers are removable for cleaning. Choose 18&rdquo \; square for most books or 12&rdquo\; square for paperbacks.

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*WARNING: Do NOT \;add a handle if the pillow is for chil dren under three\, as it can pose a choking hazard.
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Cutting Instructions:
Before cutting the back pieces\, d etermine whether you want to make an envelope back (Style A) \;OR  \;a zipper back (Style B) pillow. \; \;
Pattern piece
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18&rdquo\; x 18&rdquo\; Pillow Form
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12&rdquo\ ; x 12&rdquo\; Pillow Form
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Style A &ndash\; Pillow back (envelope style)
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12&rdquo\; x 18&rdquo\; @ 2
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8&rdquo\; x 12&rdquo\; @ 2
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Style B &ndash\; Pillo w back (zipper style)
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10&Prime\; x 18&Prime\; \;@ 2< br /> \;
7&rdquo\; x 12&rdquo\; @ 2
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Style B &nd ash\; Zipper
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20&rdquo\; or longer
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14&r dquo\; or longer
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Pillow front
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18&rdquo \; x 18&rdquo\;
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12&rdquo\; x 12&rdquo\;
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Pillow pocket
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12&rdquo\; x 18&rdquo\;
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8&rdquo\; x 12&rdquo\;
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Pillow pocket lining
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12&rdquo\; x 18&rdquo\;
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8&rdquo\; x 12&rdquo\; \;
Fusible fleece for pillow front
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18&rdqu o\; x 18&rdquo\;
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12&rdquo\; x 12&rdquo\;
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Fusible fleece pocket \;
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12&rdquo\; x 18&rdquo\;< br /> \;
8&rdquo\; x 12&rdquo\;
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Handle*
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8&rdquo\; x 3&rdquo\; fabric (OR 1&rdquo\; wide ribbon)
&n bsp\;
8&rdquo\; x 3&rdquo\; (OR 1&rdquo\; wide ribbon)
 \;Optional: \;decorative trim for pocket
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20&rdquo\ ;
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14&rdquo\;
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Optional: applique for pi llow pocket \;
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Resources:Pattern:&n bsp\;DIY Reading Pillow Pattern + How To Make A Book Pillow VIDEO ⋆ Hello Sewing
Video tutorial: \;DIY Reading Pillow // Book Pillow Tutorial (youtube.com)
Zipper instructions: \;How to add a Zippe r Closure to Any Size Pillow | Polka Dot Chair
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