How to Make a Decorative Throw Pillow

Learn how to make a easy throw pillow in seven easy steps. Pillows are a great way to decorate a room, and add an extra comforting element.

When you make your own throw pillows, you are able to match the pillows to the room's existing decor perfectly, and save money at the same time. Pillows are a great accent for chairs, couches and beds.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Fabric
• Sewing Machine
• Pillow filling

1. 

   Cut out a square in the fabric. A good size is 18" by 18". Pillows can be made in any size, just add 1" inch to each side to allow room for the seam.

2. 

   Place the front sides together and match up the edges. Pins can be used if the fabric is flimsy.

3. 

   Sew around the pillow on all three sides. When you reach the forth side, leave 1/3 of it not sewed shut. This should be large enough so you can easily fill by hand.

4. 

   Cut a triangle out of each corner so the corners won't look bulky and round.

5. 

   Turn the fabric right side out, and begin filling with stuffing. Fill until the pillow looks fluffy, but don't overfill to the point where it will be difficult to close up.

6. 

   Turn the edges of the opening in to prepare for closing.

7. 

   Sew up the opening by hand, or with a machine. Use small stitches and sew close to the edge of the pillow.

8. 

   Finish by moving the filling around to fill the pillow out nicely. The pillow is now ready to display.

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on 6/27/2009 Great step by step instructions and photos. 5*