How to Make a Tooth Fairy Pillow for Your Child's Lost Tooth

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Tooth Fairy Pillow

When your child looses that first baby tooth, it is a momentous event for everyone. Make this experience extra special with this cute tooth fairy pillow.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

9 X 18 rectangle of fabric
3 1/2 X 4 rectangle of the same or coordinating fabric
Thread to match the fabric
Batting
Sewing machine or needle
Iron

Step 1

The smaller rectangle will become the pocket. Fold over about 1/2 inch on the sides and bottom. Iron the folds so that they stay in place.
Step 2

Fold over about 1/4 inch on the top of the pocket. Fold the top over 1/4 inch again, and stitch in place.
Step 3

Fold the larger rectangle in half with the right side of the fabric facing out. Position the pocket on the fabric where you want it. Remember that the pillow will 1/2 inch shorter on the top and sides because of the seam. Unfold the fabric and pin the pocket in place.
Step 4

Stitch around the sides and bottom of the pocket. Stitch over the top edge of the pocket a few times to strengthen it.
Step 5

Fold the larger rectangle in half so that the fabric is inside out and the pocket is on the inside. Sew along the sides and along the top about 1/2 inch from the edge of the fabric. Leave about 3 inches open on one end so that you can turn the fabric right side out.
Step 6

Turn the pillow inside out and iron the seams so that they lay flat. Use a pair of closed scissors or a pencil to push the corners out.
Step 7

Stuff batting into the pillow; be sure to push it into the corners. Add small amounts of batting at a time to avoid lumps.
Step 8

Fold the raw edges of fabric into the gap so that they are even with the sewn part. Stitch the gap closed very close to the edge.
Step 9

When your child looses their tooth, put the tooth in a bag and put the bag in the pocket. Have your child place the pillow on their bed that night for the Tooth Fairy!

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sharishops said

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on 11/16/2008 My sons each had a stuffed toy with a little pouch for holding the tooth. They are all adults now and expect to hand it down to their child someday!