20+ Quirky DIY Pillow Ideas
Tutorial: Upcycled Jeans Butt Pillow
This tutorial will show you how to turn your old worn out pair of jeans into a silly butt pillow to decorate your home. This is a great way to upcycle an old pair of pants and give them a new life. Simply follow along with the step-by-step instructions, and…
Tutorial: Make a Cute Penguin Pillow
Learn how to make an adorable penguin pillow with a cute little penguin face. This project is great for using leftover remnants and scraps of fabric you have from other projects and is sure to be a much-loved and festive piece of home decor. Simply check out the free pattern…
Tutorial: Easy Peppermint Candy Festive Pillow
Make your own DIY festive decorations this year with this easy Peppermint Pillow. I included the pattern I used below if you want to check it out, but really all you need to get started is 5 strips of red fabric and 5 strips of white fabric along with some…
Tutorial: Spiderweb Throw Pillow
Check out this creative way to sew your own Halloween-themed throw pillows by making a spiderweb pillow. This is a simple and easy way to add a little spooky aesthetic to your living area or porch while also practicing your sewing skills with trim and piping. Check out the free…
Tutorial: Pumpkin Pillow with Scraps
Do you like finding ways to use up some scraps of fabric in creative and festive ways? Try making this cute pumpkin pillow that you can make using a variety of orange fabric scraps or remnants. It’s pretty simple and only requires using piping between the pumpkin layers. Get started…
Tutorial: Easy Pillowcase with Fabric Scraps
If you have a bunch of medium-sized fabric scraps and remnants available, this scrap pillowcase project is perfect for you. It’s a simple way to use up those scraps by making something that you can actually use every day. I recommend choosing some softer fabrics for this so that it…
Tutorial: Cute Ruffle Flower Throw Pillow
Learn how to make a cute flower throw pillow that uses a ruffle to mimic the petals. This is the simplest flower pillow that I’ve made since you don’t have to worry about sewing together the individual petals with this design. Check out the free pattern below and use it…
Tutorial: Quirky Shirt Pillow Idea
If you have an old or worn out button-up shirt, you can easily turn it into a funny throw pillow to decorate your space. This is a very simple sewing project that’s great for beginners. I made this for a 14″ square pillow, but you can also follow the instruction…
Tutorial: Scrappy Cat Face Pillow
This tutorial will walk you through how to make a cute cat pillow using only leftover scraps of fabric. This cat-face pillow is honestly really simple. You’ll be able to accomplish it in no time and have you own truly unique throw pillow! Check out the free pattern I drew…
Tutorial: Round Rainbow Throw Pillow
This tutorial will teach you how to make a cute scrap throw pillow with a rainbow of colors. All you need are some small scraps of fabric that feature the different colors of the rainbow. You can use scraps from previous sewing projects, or cut out the pieces from old…
Tutorial: The Perfect Scrappy Rainbow Pillow (it’s easier than you think!)
Learn how to make a cool scrap rainbow pillow. It may look complicated, but this is actually a very simple pillow and an easy way to use up fabric scraps from other sewing projects (or you can upcycle old pieces of clothing you never wear anymore). I’ll teach you how…
Tutorial: How to make a Bunny Pillow With Ears
Anyone who knows me knows that I love rabbits! Cute bunny projects are my favorites, and that includes making some fun bunny pillows. Check out my free pattern below and follow along with the step-by-step instructions so you can create a bunny pillow of your own. It’s great for spring…
Tutorial: How to Make a Carrot Pillow with Fabric Scraps
Get ready for a fun spring and Easter season with this super simple carrot pillow. I will teach you how to use up some leftover scraps of fabric to create a truly unique throw pillow that you can use to add some color to your home decor without buying any…
Tutorial: How to Make Little Egg Pillows Using Scraps
This is a quick tutorial that will show you how to make simple fabric Easter egg pillow to use a decorations or Easter basket stuffers. They are a cute way to use up little bits of scraps while also getting festive for the spring and Easter season. So get what…
Tutorial: How to Make a Flower Pillow with 6 Petals
This tutorial will teach you how to make a flower-shaped pillow. It might look complicated, but this is actually a fairly simple project that’s great even for beginners. I had a half yard of quilting cotton leftover and it was just the right amount for the pillow. However, if you…
Tutorial: How to Make an Easter Egg Pillow with Scraps
In this tutorial I’ll teach you how to create a big Easter egg pillow using leftover scraps of fabric. I’m always looking for ways to use my fabric scraps, so a colorful Easter pillow was the perfect project. I created the pattern (free below) so that you can use fabric…
Tutorial: How to Make an Easy Bunny Pillow
In this tutorial, I’ll go over how to make a simple bunny pillow to use as Easter decor (or year-round if you love rabbits as much as I do). This is an easy beginner pillow that can be accomplished in 1-2 hours even if you are a beginner. Simply access…
Tutorial: How to Design a Color Block Pillow
This color block pillow tutorial will teach you how to use leftover scraps of fabric to make a small pillow. I’ve included a sewing pattern for this design. The final pillow will be a 7″ square that you can make using small scrap pieces. Supplies Needed: Pattern includes: (all of…
Tutorial: How to Make a Square Pillow With Scraps
This pillow tutorial will teach you how to use leftover scraps of fabric to make unique pillow creations. I’ve included a pattern for a 7″ square pillow, but the same principles can be used to make scrap designs of any size and shape. Supplies Needed: Pattern includes: (all of my…
Tutorial: How to Make a Round Pillow With Leftover Scraps
If you have a bunch of random scraps, you can use them to create a truly unique pillow. In this tutorial I’ll go over the steps I use to create a round pillowcase without using any kind of color blocking pattern. Supplies Needed: Step 1 Make a circle for your…
Tutorial: How to Design a color block Circle Throw Pillow
This tutorial is meant to teach you how to create a cute round throw pillow using bits of fabric scraps. You can follow the design I used for my pillow, or use the steps in this tutorial to create your own color-blocked pattern for your pillow. If you want to…
