How to Cut the Back of a Pillow

You have taken the time to design the front of your custom pillow. The fabric colors and embellishments coordinate perfectly with the room's decor. It is time to complete the back of the pillow using the front piece as a guide.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Choose a coordinating fabric for the back of the pillow. It can be a solid color or a patterned fabric. For more versatility mix the fabric types. If the front of your pillow is a cotton fabric, then consider using satin or silk on the back. This gives the pillow dimension and personality.

2. Lay the front of the pillow upside down over the fabric for the pillow back. Line up the corners and cut out the back using sharp scissors made specifically for cutting fabric. Avoid snags in the fabric by cutting with the middle of the scissors and preventing the fabric from slipping to the back of the blades. Don't pull the fabric too tight while cutting, as this will result in an uneven edge.

3. Pin the front and back of the pillow together along the seams using straight pins. Remember to keep the patterns facing one another. When you sew them together you will be seeing the inside seams of the fabric pieces. Once you have finished sewing the seams together you will then pull the pillow right side in to reveal the pillow designs and hide the seams.

Tips & Warnings

• Use a hot iron to press out any creased edges before cutting. This makes it easier to line up and cut the fabric to size.
• If you are using a delicate fabric such as silk or satin, read the manufacturer's instructions on how to care for it before deciding to use it in your pillow.