Moda Fabrics Lil Monster Pencil Case Quilt - Downloadable PDF

Moda Fabrics Lil Monster Pencil Case Quilt

Project Overview

This downloadable PDF quilt pattern from Moda Fabrics provides instructions for creating a whimsical Lil Monster Pencil Case using quilting techniques. The finished project measures 10½" x 7½" and combines piecing, appliqué, and zipper installation to create a functional and decorative fabric container. This intermediate-level quilting project is ideal for crafters looking to combine traditional quilting skills with practical sewing applications.

What Is Being Made

The Lil Monster Pencil Case is a soft fabric organizer featuring a playful monster face design. The case functions as a pencil holder or small storage container with a working zipper closure. The front face showcases expressive monster features including eyes and hair, while the project incorporates both decorative and structural elements typical of quilted accessories.

Quilting Techniques Used

• Fusible Appliqué: Eyes and eyeballs are traced onto fusible interfacing, pressed to fabric, and stitched in place using zigzag stitching for secure attachment and decorative definition
• Interfacing Application: Fusible interfacing is used on wrong sides of fabric pieces to add stability and structure to the pencil case body and hair elements
• Zipper Installation: A 14" zipper with large teeth is sewn into the pencil case for functional closure, with the zipper stitched to hold in place along the opening edge
• Topstitching: Contrasting thread is used for topstitching the hair piece, adding both structural reinforcement and decorative visual interest
• Sandwich Construction: Hair pieces are layered with interfacing between two fabric rectangles to create a structured, dimensional hair element

Stitches and Stitch Techniques

• Zigzag Stitch: Applied to secure appliquéd eyes and eyeballs to the face fabric, providing both functional attachment and decorative edge finishing
• Topstitching: Used on the hair piece with contrasting thread for visual definition and structural stability
• Straight Stitch: Used for zipper installation and general seam construction throughout the pencil case assembly

Materials and Fabric Requirements

The Lil Monster Pencil Case pattern requires quilting-weight cotton fabric and supplies including:

• Face Fabric: One 11" x 4½" rectangle for the front face
• Face Bottom: One 11" x 11" square for the back and base
• Lining: One 11" x 4½" rectangle and one 11" x 11" square to finish the interior
• Hair: Two 11" x 2½" rectangles in contrasting fabric color
• Eyes: Small fabric scraps in black and white for the monster's facial features
• Fusible Interfacing: Required for stabilizing the face bottom (11" x 11"), hair pieces, and appliquéd eye elements
• Zipper: One 14" zipper with large teeth for the pencil case opening

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate, making it suitable for quilters with basic piecing and seaming experience who are ready to expand their skills to include appliqué work, interfacing application, and zipper installation. The combination of techniques provides a comprehensive introduction to functional quilt projects beyond traditional quilts.