How to Sew a Patchwork Cushion by ARNE & CARLOS

This week, we sew a patchwork cushion from beginning to end with some of the fabrics we have designed.
The free pattern is available on our Blog at arnecarlos.com...
ARNE & CARLOS
How to Sew a Patchwork Cushion by ARNE & CARLOS
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Scandinavians Arne Nerjordet and Carlos Zachrison are highly regarded designers, textile artists and authors. They are best known for their craft books and their original, colourful and visually striking designs. Their work is highly influenced by their Scandinavian background and their everyday life in rural Norway. They work under their artist name ARNE & CARLOS, which they established in 2002.
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[@kathleenscrochettutorials.8247]

I love how Carlos is a control freak and Arne just lets him fuss and spin his wheels. I adore you two. 😍

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Kathleen!

[@toodie535]

yes, but he's flexible too--and pokes fun at himself. That's his appeal. NOT dogmatic.

[@wesewpro]

its 2022 and I loved this episode! You two work so well together, you could be watching paint dry and I'd watch 😂 Thank you for another fun episode Arne & Carlos!

[@Jennerwtx1]

Love the fabrics! Arne, you definitely need a shirt in the blue daisy flower fabric, it would suit you very well! 👍🏻

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Jenn!

[@sherinylund1659]

I loved this video on sewing! I want to see one where you design and sew a shirt. Arne you would look good in any of the fabrics.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Sheri!

[@catherinemccurdy6994]

I believe the term you were looking for might be “grain line “.🥰

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Catherine!

[@twistedtypos2029]

I love the no wrong, no right mentality. It really takes the pressure off a newbie.

[@ARNECARLOS]

It should be fun!

[@anitaswart.]

Thank you so much! You took me back to 1972 when I made my wedding dress on a Bernina like yours. So great when Bernina were still Swiss made. When you open the top like you nearly did, very little real machine oil is all it needs. I have machine envy.... Thank you also for sewing as it should be done, ironing as you go! I have stopped watching tv when there is sewing, because most people have never been taught the basics. I grew up in South Africa and had very strict sewing teachers and so thankful because it can never be taken away from you. I have a new Bernina and it is rubbish and expensive.... would love an old one that is sturdy and has no flashing lights and a million stitches that I will never use. In the seventies I also had a Volksie and my son always used to jump in the "hole" in the back, so many lovely memories... You light up this old girls life every weekend. Blessings xx

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for sharing Anita!

[@cindyceraolo4676]

I love how you two work together and just make everything so fun. The fabrics are beautiful

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Cindy!

[@christinevalentine3373]

Hi guys, I can watch your tutorials time after time. You have such fun it’s a pleasure to watch, no matter how many times I see them.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!

[@jillianludeman8826]

The most entertaining cushion tutorial I’ve ever seen, can’t wait to make a pretend cushion

[@ARNECARLOS]

Have fun!

[@mimimoffit8000]

Is it “ right sides together” ?

[@triciamcintosh6964]

Or, right sides facing.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!

[@kelliryan464]

I like to take my favorite clothes and turn them inside/out to draw the pattern on paper. The result always fits perfectly. Thank you for all the love and artistry you put in everything you share. Your fabrics are beautiful. Bless you a thousand times .:*:.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Kelli!

[@nancynickerson4341]

The scissors are dead, long live the scissors!

[@ARNECARLOS]

😂

[@sarojm893]

Loved this tutorial. The fabrics are beautiful. And the cushions look fab in the car. Thank you for sharing.

[@chavak3497]

Everything is "organic" to the point it has little meaning....just a fad.

[@ladyd54]

Love the fabric and the pillow design. That back closure is called “Envelope”.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for sharing Linda!

[@mountainsno]

A lot of sewers, including myself, consider Bernina machines excellent. You can find their plastic gears can crack but are still available. Really strong and reliable machines. I hope you keep it going for the future. You have a gem there. In my opinion.

[@americosementilli6523]

Hallo I am Americo's wife and I would love to know were I can buy your fabrics, they are fantastic.I live in Rome by the way.

[@lisagilmore4519]

You guys make me smile all the chit chatting. The pillows are easy I will be making them. Have a great evening

[@ARNECARLOS]

Enjoy your evening!

[@suppohkram]

I was looking forward to seeing your brand new scissors from Japan! Yay! ✂️ haha

[@ARNECARLOS]

😀

[@riverunner9978]

Turn it, “right sides out.” Love your sewing video!

[@jamesblanton5600]

Pretty colors....there is sewing machine....this is too scary for me....sewing is not my language... Deb

[@ARNECARLOS]

It can be fun.

[@karolakrisch538]

Hallo lieber Arne und lieber Carlos, durch Zufall bin ich auf Eure Seite gekommen und bin begeistert. Ich habe schon zwei Eurer Bücher gekauft und es macht mir Freude darin zu blättern . Ich bin 70 Jahre alt und Handarbeiten seit meiner frühen Kindheit. Aber durch Eure liebenswerte Art eröffnen sich mir ganz neue Wege. Es ist, als säßen wir zusammen im selben Raum. Danke und liebe Grüße Karola

[@estherbrown9135]

I know some people wash their material before they cut it in the ironing to do the patterns do you guys do that to

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for sharing!

[@Enig_Mata]

It's not really needed for cushions. Mainly for items you wear or want to preshrink so your measurements are more accurate.

[@soodabehartak5334]

Hello I am sodi lam from lran and l following you

[@knitnut246connie7]

I am with you Carlos, sewing machine noise is music to my ears, peaceful and relaxing. I am addicted. Love you guys, my kindred makers. Your fabrics are just so beautiful.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Connie!

[@danbev8542]

That's an old VW! No headrests! Egad! I used to have an old VW bug & a roof rack like that - the rack 'sang' --shrieked, really, when the car got up to highway speed. Yours looks like it's in mint condition! Beautiful fabrics, sweet project - thank you!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!

[@LucindaL413]

Thank you for the pattern and inspiration on this cushion. I'm still researching where to buy your fabrics in Southern California. I now have a 2020 hybrid car and it really needs an Arne & Carlos patchwork cushion. BTW, you are only as good as your scissors! LOL

[@ARNECARLOS]

Haha

[@Hepatica100]

How fun to see you make a sewing video, because I have taken a break from knitting to sew a little. Arne, I vision you in a floral short-sleeved shirt, strolling in your garden matching all the flowers! :D Love all your fabrics! Where can I get them? And are they very expensive?

[@ARNECARLOS]

Hi Laila, on our blog you will find a link to all our suppliers. arnecarlos.com

[@MrsFilobert]

I got to referred to your website by a fellow member of the writing community on Twitter and I am so happy they did! You guys are so inspiring! I like to work on some more tangible creative projects from time to time (since writing isn't, really, at least not with my handwriting style :-)). I have been working on a secret project for an artist I met on Twitter and after we meet this weekend (for the first time, yey!) I can't wait to start raving about your website and your podcasts. You have a very friendly, open approach and I'm sure you manage to pull many people into crafting. I look forward to following you and hunting for your craft books in book shops.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for much for your kind words!

[@norachilders8930]

Hello gentlemen, as always enjoyable and informative! In Delaware(US) we learned "right sides together" and "straight of grain" in Home Economics sewing class long ago.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for sharing Nora!

[@madelcarmencaleromolina2891]

What an enjoyable video! Thank you so much for such a great inspiration. Love. Carmen

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome Carmen!

[@suepeterson5042]

Fun episode, love your excitement as you come to the finish. And since my house has quilted pillows is it “pimped up” too? 😂😂😆🤣🤣🤣

[@ARNECARLOS]

Oh yes!

[@amyinboulder]

The best part of this video is when you put the gorgeous pillows you've just sewn onto the beautiful red leather in your Beetle! When is the Grand Beetle Tour of Norge happening this summer?

[@ARNECARLOS]

We are planning on August!

[@pattikubacki1818]

Ironing fabric before cutting it is very much a thing in all types of sewing and in quilting especially. Love the fabric can't wait for it to be available in North America.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Patti!

[@bonniegowans9440]

the term you are searching for is napp - ie you want the fabric to be in the same orientation when making a garment. There is an easy way to sharpen scissors that I learned from a friend who learned it from her grandmere. Find a glass bottle with a narrow neck and try cutting it with the dulled scissors. It will not fix nicks but it touches up the blade so it cuts much better. It even works on cheap kiddy scissors. To know if it is working try cutting a piece of fabric before and then try again touching up the blades.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for sharing this great!

[@pamlacey136]

I just found this video and I love your fabrics. They are so beautiful. Wish I had seen them when they came out.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Hi Pam, thank you!

[@TheRadulesa]

I am knitting for cold winter with you )) Can you show small video how to knit dog sweater (body) How knit in short rows (how to knit Row1,row2,row3,row4, how to get 39sts and were is 15 sts?) In book it is difficult to understand for me) I like your school of knitting))!!!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Hi, we will look into making a tutorial.

[@dal842]

beautiful 🌷💐🌺🌸beautiful 🌷💐🌺🌸beautiful 🌷💐🌺🌸

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thann you!

[@pattikubacki1818]

Its called- right sides of fabric together. Love it so very much.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for sharing Patti!

[@cmumford1477]

I am not sure if I missed something but where can you buy those beautiful fabrics? 5 stars!!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Hi Cathy, you will find a link to suppliers on our website arnecarlos. com

[@PinkSallyProductions]

Gorgeous fabrics! Your eye for mixing colour is excellent 🌹

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!

[@phoebeb1601]

Loved the show👍❤️ Yes it is right sides together!!!! Now I'm inspired to make a few pillows from my stash.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Have fun!

[@tonyastokley5165]

Do you have a name for line of fabrics ! These are breath taking seriously !

[@ARNECARLOS]

Hi Tonya, here you can learn a bit more about them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKvcfIGZoZV1pLs

[@roseprincess2155]

Is the word that you are looking for in English tearing cotton fabric on the bias?

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Karen!

[@clairesomero]

Yes! Always iron(press) before and after sewing❤

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for sharing Claire!

[@lc9902]

Love the pillows. Can't go wrong or do wrong with such beautiful, vibrant fabric.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!

[@momgrandma5496]

Lovely pillows, like the sewn hem, look great in the Beetle.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!

[@bettycortez-tate4284]

Are the terms, right sides together, right side out, and bias cut?

[@ARNECARLOS]

You can find the pattern on our website.

[@neomamaxwell2059]

FYI. "Front to front" is Right Sides Together". " Back to back" is Wrong Sides Together. I just discovered you. guys. I really enjoyed the crazy quilt video.

[@jodiematte5415]

Where is your rotary cutter and ruler boys??!!

[@ARNECARLOS]

😀

[@elizabethsmith38]

You are both so talented. I enjoy watching your channel. It's educational as well as relaxing.

[@kimwatts5750]

Hi Arne&Carlos, Love the cushions:) they look great in your fabric. Love the China story😀 Thank you for sharing KimX

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for watching!

[@joyceward5477]

My fabric scissors have bright orange handles, so that everyone in the house knows to never, ever, ever touch them or use them. There are dire consequences for even thinking about using them!. I remember my mother going ballistic because one of her darling children had used her good fabric scissors to cut paper dolls or to work on a school project. I never understood why she got so angry----now I get it. The most important tool for a person who sews.

[@ARNECARLOS]

So true! Thank you for sharing your story Joyce.

[@avrilplummer7047]

Beautiful Fabrics and great pillows xxxxx

[@angelafaunch6292]

Aah.. you’ve started calling it a cushion now. I know you like to get it right!

[@ARNECARLOS]

😀

[@ooohlaa13]

Do you recommend Bernina, by that I mean since you have not been sewing a while would you still encourage me to purchase a Bernina? I say this because my old Janome needed repair and "The Old Sewing Machine Man", my repair person who is a wizard lifetime career person, told me many machines today are made of all plastic parts and he recommends older machines??? He has a showroom full of them. Do you have any comments or advice? Also what about a good iron? Mine has a retractable cord so ineptly placed that when you iron you tend to press the button and the cord recoils!

[@jomcbay]

"Subscribe and some stuff..." Thank you! Best laugh today! Fun to watch you sew. I was sewing with your fabric today too, making a quilt block to make a work bag out of. Hopefully, it will be ready in time for St. Thomas, ON

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for supporting us and glad we made you laugh!

[@christinesmith7391]

I can see new cushions, curtains and shirts appearing in the future! Love those fabrics.🤗

[@ARNECARLOS]

Yes!

[@downriverknitter4974]

Your fabrics are beautiful!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!

[@twaoum6561]

🎶 That’s what “sharp!” Sounds like.

[@gailjackson4923]

The fabric is gorgeous! I love every single one. Some of that fabric would make lovely project bags for knitting. Hmmmm. Thank you for a great video.

[@ARNECARLOS]

It sure would!

[@lindawellinghoff5432]

Loved the tutorial and the fabric. Like Carlos I love the sound of the sewing machine. Your teamwork is inspiring. Arne has great ideas for finishing the butterfly. Pillows look great in your Bug.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Linda!

[@debbrunette650]

Love you guys! Beautiful fabrics.

[@patriciapye1599]

i do love your films, but i do have this issue to correct . im sorry :( two right sides together is the correct phrase . apologies

[@patriciapye1599]

can i just say that Pillows go on the bed, cushions go on the sofa xx

[@lyndaengland349]

Batting in America, in the UK we call it wadding!..

[@dorrisdale6269]

The pillows are so simple and so elegant. I love them.

[@christinaheesakacowden-wut3809]

It is called: Right sides together :-) and when you have to watch the angle you are cutting fabric it is called: Watching out for the thread running :-) :-) Lovely fabric you have designed there Arne and Carlos. I love it very much. Nice pillow cases too. Easy enough to make with my little students at school. :-D :-D I too prefer the envelope closure in all my pillow case projects. So great and easy peasy :-)

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for sharing!

[@alysonrodrigues122]

The A & C Team work together like a well oiled machine. Fab.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Alyson!

[@judyp9985]

Beautiful Arne!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Judy!

[@antoinettemccollum729]

I like how you freehand cut out your quilts and pillows. It gives them an "organic" feel to the piece... and I just bought a new machine.... lol. Maybe after Yule I'll make some home accessories. But I am looking for some wool gabardine for a pair of pants, so who knows....

[@ARNECARLOS]

Freehand is fun!

[@lindacarter4891]

I enjoy your sewing projects.

[@veroniquevialard313]

Bravo pour le français

[@ARNECARLOS]

Merci!

[@helennorbury9765]

You’ve done it once again you lovely lads. You make it look so easy,I’m not that quick when I make cushion covers. Wonderful fabrics, wonderful information and wonderful company. Thank you 🙏 xxxxx

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Helen!

[@genevievegiella9066]

I LOVE ❤️ THIS VIDEO….AND YOUR NEW SCISSORS ✂️….. BLESSED…. I LOVE 💗 YOUR FABRIC , IS IT STILL AVAILABLE ????????…….. and it’s called FACE TO FACE LOL….. AND AN ENVELOPE BACK 😘

[@ARNECARLOS]

It is not available anymore

[@sheryltisdale]

Love the story about the clothes in the shower, you guys are such fun, thank you, these pillows would make great Christmas presents and I have lots of scraps!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Yes, they are great for Christmas presents!

[@heathervw8128]

I have that exact same sewing machine - my mom bought it in 1971 when we lived in Alaska- the receipt is still in the case. I agree with Arne- that machine is simple to use and it is a workhorse! I love mine.

[@ARNECARLOS]

It is a trusty companion!

[@gabrielehearn6107]

I was never too excited about sewing, but I might just have to try that pillow. Thanks, good fun.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Give it a go!

[@calliefritts7662]

Y’all are made for each other. I loved this video.

[@ARNECARLOS]

💖

[@judiemjacobson4613]

I so enjoy watching the two of you work together as a team . Thank you for letting me know that your machine was a bernina. I thought it was by the shank because only Bernina has that particular kind of shank. It's so so quietly and just purrs along I like the blue Pillow the best you've your Fabrics are so beautiful. Blessings from New Mexico

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome Judie.

[@karincarter235]

Oh I am so in love with your fabric! All of them are just beautiful and so inspiring! Thank you for this episode! The pillow turned out beautiful!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Karin!

[@MargueriteEudoraSmith]

What fun and I love the old sewing machine Arne. My favorite for quilting was an old treadle machine that sadly I had to leave behind on one of my moves. Love the music you choose for video too! Have a super day!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@janicecoulson5388]

I had a Bernina in the 70s, beautiful machine. I kept it till 2005, when we moved house. My husband had a breakdown and had thrown it away😭😭😭😭😭I have a Janome now, which is good but I miss my Bernina. All the modern machines have things you don't use. Just like your washing machine programmes!

[@ARNECARLOS]

That is true❤️

[@therockinwomanify]

As always you two rock! I think I'll be making one or two for Christmas presents! Thank you for the tutorial and the free pattern :) Love your Beetle!! On another note...did I miss the winners' drawing for the Pyrm needles? I always enjoy the time I spend with you...Peace to you both...

[@ARNECARLOS]

Hi, the winners have been picked and posted here and on Facebook. The cushions will be a great Christmas present.

[@shirleybeard7386]

Sewing is fun because it is so fast. This was a delightful tutorial especially because you encouraged us to use our imagination when it came to the batting. And not too get too hung up on exact measurements. It’s so much more fun to be organic in all things!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Yes, we do agree Shirley!

[@TinaReutin]

As a new subscriber, I am enjoying catching up on archive material. This was a very enjoyable tutorial. As an experienced quilter, I don‘t think the missing batting was crucial to the lovely end result. Sweet chemistry between Arne and Carlos, as always.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Welcome to our channel Tina!

[@arlettem.garcia6831]

I am looking forward to meeting you both in St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada December 1st. Gorgeous fabrics. I would like to know where can you buy them? Or are they sold to the trade only? Thank you!!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Hi Arlette, on our website in the blog section you can find links to suppliers!

[@doreenannafourie4125]

Amazing fabrics, can one still buy them. I love the way you make sewing easy for every one, and not having to buy all the expensive item for making quilts and pillow. I so enjoy your free hand teachings. Thank you.

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are very welcome, it is a great method to use up extra fabric

[@charlottepropes7060]

Save the selvedges for a selvedge block or blocks. Makes a colorful.quilt. Lots of us scrap savers do this. From Mississippi. I enjoy your talents.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Great idea, thank you for watching Charlotte!

[@toodie535]

ohhhh-I love topstiching! and yes, if it's "organic" it looks poorly made. Also very trendy in hand made jewelry--looks like they didn't know what they're doing, also very unstable and will not last.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!

[@marlenejones6266]

I just got new scissors.....Gingher made in Italy. I adore them. I even bought the 3 inch little stork scissors to trim thread and use for embroidery also. A new pair of scissors is so great a gift. I got the free pattern from this pillow and I'm chuffed it's while watching you make one. I need some new fabric.

[@ARNECARLOS]

They are beautiful

[@suelambert5760]

Great video! Thank you! I am binge watching your videos today!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Hope you had a nice binge session!

[@angelafaunch6292]

Just love all your videos. So entertaining and informative...but I think I should tell you that pillows go on beds and cushions go on sofas 😉

[@ARNECARLOS]

😀

[@jotaylor5999]

In a pinch, use flannel scraps of even upcycle a towel or a blanket for your batting. It adds depth to to your design to stitch around the flower in the center. Love your tutorials! They really get the creative ideas going in my head. I love my old Kenmore machine, great sound. Thanks you two! Sew on!

[@ARNECARLOS]

That is a grea suggestion!

[@amymikelson3060]

Your fabric is fabulous! I think they'd all make awesome shirts. Please show us the finished shirts when you have them. Hope you are having a good week.

[@ARNECARLOS]

We will!

[@jitkakucerova3265]

Greetings. I wanted to ask where the beautiful floral fabrics could be bought. Thank you for your reply, Jitka

[@ARNECARLOS]

Hi, you will find a link to several suppliers on our website arnecarlos.com

[@gamquilter5255]

To make seams stronger in quilts you press seams to one side not open which would o weaken the seam for a usable bed quilt. (Hand and machine Quilter since 1980. ;-)

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for the tip!

[@minek1423]

Coming from Hilo Hawaii. Please make a long patchwork table runner 🤗

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for the suggestion!

[@geriinglis9087]

Looking forward to seeing you both at the Little Red Mitten in St. Thomas Ontario Canada at the end of November. :-)

[@ARNECARLOS]

Hi Geri, make sure you come over and say hello!

[@dalestorms911]

I think you are looking for “right side out”. You two are amazing, and I just love the fabrics.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you