Since I can remember there are two things I have really enjoyed. One is playing with the zig zag stitch on my first sewing machine and two is cutting shapes out of felt. It only seemed obvious that I should marry the two for these pillows which are inspired by a Mexican blanket. You can cut ANY shape in felt and with a few pins and some patience, you can apply your designs and create everything from beautiful pillows to wonderful bed-covers.
YOU'LL NEED:
Felt in the colors you like (I say buy it by the yard instead of in squares, much less expensive and better quality)
Sewing machine with zig zag capability
White cotton twill
Stuffing for your pillows
Contrasting threads (creates more interest)
HERE'S HOW:
Step 1: Cut out two squares for your pillows. These were cut 20"x20"
Step 2: Figure out your design and cut your shapes in felt
Step 3: Pin your designs on your cotton squares. Use plenty of pins!
Step 4: In a contrasting thread zig zag your design on to the white fabric.
Step 5: When you're done with your design, sew the wrong sides of the squares together leaving a 5" hole so that you can turn your pillow right side out and fill with stuffing.
Step 6: Close the hole with a needle and thread.
If you're creating a blanket or table cloth and want to add some jazz, consider cutting fringe out of your felt and zig zag stitching it around the edges.
Find this project and 150 more in The Big Ass Book of Crafts Volume 1
Keep your eye out for THE BIG ASS BOOK OF CRAFTS VOLUME 2 in October 2011!
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