How to Sew a Boppy Pillow

Boppy pillows, generically known as nursing pillows, are used by parents to help when feeding their infant, or to help prop the baby up in a variety of positions. Purchasing a Boppy pillow can be expensive; making one at home is pretty simple project. You can choose from a variety of colorful and soft fabrics to create the pillow, or make a plain cloth pillow with a cover that can be removed and washed.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 1 yard fabric 1 lb. polyester fiberfill

1. Create a pattern or download one (included in the Resources links). To fit one for yourself simply measure the circumference of your waist and draw a semi-circle of the same dimensions. Draw another semi-circle 9 to 10 inches larger than the waist and connect them to form a rounded crescent. Make sure you account for a seam allowance.

2. Cut out the two crescent shapes. Pin them together, right sides in, and sew around the edges. Leave an opening about 4 inches wide on the inside of the crescent.

3. Pull the fabric out through this hole so the right sides are out. Iron the fabric.

4. Stuff the pillow using small bits of fiberfill. The smaller you make the bits of fiberfill the more even your pillow will be. Start with the areas furthest from your hole and make your way toward the center. Be careful not to overstuff the pillow or it will be too hard, but make sure it has enough stuffing to provide support.

5. Sew the opening shut by hand. Iron the pillow with a bit of steam to help loosen and distribute the stuffing.

Tips & Warnings

• Always pre-wash and iron the fabric before you begin your project. Boppy pillows make a great gift for the mother-to-be. Choose a fabric that is soft but durable enough to withstand being washed.

Resources

• Boppy pillow pattern