How to Sew a Simple Pillow

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Buy about one yard of fabric in a single color.

   If you want the two sides to be different, then buy a half a yard of each color and/or texture of fabric.
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   Step 2: Measure a square to the size you want the pillow to be.

   Draw a template to this measurement on paper, to place over the fabric.
   
   Cut out the template, then pin it to the fabric.
   
   Cut out a piece of fabric based on the template.
   
   Remove the template and cut the other piece.
   
   Make sure that the two sides of the pillow cut out are the same size. , You'll be sewing the inner part of the pillow first, then turning it inside out.
   
   This ensures both neatness of stitches and strength of the sewing.
   
   Pin together in readiness for stitching. , Start sewing.
   
   As you sew around the edges, remove the pins from each stitched section. , This leaves a hole for adding the stuffing of the pillow shortly. , The sides you want to be on show are now on the outside. , Feed the stuffing through the open section of the pillow. , Be sure to knot it off tightly, to prevent unraveling.
   
   You can either finish here or add embellishments to the pillow as desired. , Put the pillow wherever you want it.
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   Step 3: Take the fabric and match the sides that you want to show facing each other on the inside.

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   Step 4: Sit at the sewing machine or grab your needle.

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   Step 5: Leave about 3 inches (7.6 cm) of the fabric open (which means don't sew that part).

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   Step 6: Turn the stitched pillow inside out.

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   Step 7: Fill the pillow with stuffing.

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   Step 8: Sew the opening closed with a needle and thread.

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   Step 9: Finished.

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