BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//sebbo.net//ical-generator//EN NAME:Rockford Public Library X-WR-CALNAME:Rockford Public Library BEGIN:VEVENT UID:b6ca7a8e-db19-46da-ae07-15b83993e6e3 SEQUENCE:0 DTSTAMP:20260716T184123Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T160000 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/11775739 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 children u nder three\, as it can pose a choking hazard.
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Cu tting Instructions:
Before cutting the back pieces\, determi ne whether you want to make an envelope back (Style A) \;OR \;a zi pper 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\; P illow back (envelope style)
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12&rdquo\; x 18&rdquo\; @ 2< br /> \;
8&rdquo\; x 12&rdquo\; @ 2
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Style B &nd ash\; Pillow back (zipper style)
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10&Prime\; x 18&Prime\;  \;@ 2
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7&rdquo\; x 12&rdquo\; @ 2
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Style B &ndash\; Zipper
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20&rdquo\; or longer
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14&rdquo\; 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 1 2&rdquo\;
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Fusible fleece for pillow front
 \;18&rdquo\; 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\;
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8&rdquo\; x 12&rdquo\;
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Hand le*
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8&rdquo\; x 3&rdquo\; fabric (OR 1&rdquo\; wide ribb on)
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8&rdquo\; x 3&rdquo\; (OR 1&rdquo\; wide ribbon)
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Optional: \;decorative trim for pocket
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20&rdquo\;
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14&rdquo\;
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Optional: appl ique for pillow pocket \;
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Resources:Pat tern: \;DIY Reading Pillow Pattern + How To Make A Book Pillow VIDEO ⋆ Hello Sewing
Video tutorial: \;DIY Reading Pillow // Boo k Pillow Tutorial (youtube.com)
Zipper instructions: \;How to add a Zipper Closure to Any Size Pillow | Polka Dot Chair
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