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Hand Me Down Pillows

Level of Difficulty: Intermediate - Parental supervision required for specific tasks
Estimated Completion Time: 30-90 minutes
Theme: Sewing

Turn any old sweater or t-shirt into a great throw pillow. Instead of sending all your out-grown sweaters to Goodwill, save out your favorites to create these cozy cushions for your bedroom or to give as unique gifts to your friends and family. We show you how to make 2 varieties, one is a puppy pillow made from a long-sleeve t-shirt, the other is a sweater transformed into a flower power pillow.

When you are done, we'd love to see your artwork. Please go to our gallery and upload your finished
masterpiece! We can't wait to see it! If you like to Blog, send us a comment and tell us about your
experience!

List of Materials


  • Old Sweater or T-shirt – Use a child-size sweater or t-shirt. Make sure to check with Mom or Dad that it is okay to turn this shirt into a pillow!
  • Felt scraps
  • Buttons
  • Embroidery Floss
  • Large Sewing Needle
  • Scissors
  • Polyester Stuffing or Pillow Form
Optional:
  • Hot Glue Gun (Mom or Dad will need to do this part)
  • Fabric Pens
  • Sewing Machine (also need Mom or Dad’s help)
  • Yarn for tassels

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