Cozy up your living space with a handmade tapestry floor pillow! This quick and easy sewing tutorial will guide you through creating a beautiful and comfortable addition to your home décor, perfect for adding a touch of bohemian charm or vibrant color to any room. Forget expensive store-bought options; this project is surprisingly simple, even for beginner sewers. You'll be amazed at how effortlessly you can transform a piece of beautiful tapestry fabric into a luxurious floor cushion.
Using readily available materials and straightforward techniques, you can craft a unique floor pillow that reflects your personal style. We'll walk you through each step, from choosing your fabric and measuring to stitching and finishing touches. Ready to get started on your own DIY tapestry floor pillow? Let's dive into the step-by-step instructions!
Preparation and Safety Guidelines
- Tapestry
- Solid color fabric
- Fiskars original orange handled scissors
- Stuffing
- Sewing clips
- Pen
- Sewing machine
- Use sharp scissors and needles to prevent injury. Always cut away from yourself and handle needles with care.
- When using a sewing machine, keep your fingers clear of the needle and presser foot. Use a seam ripper to undo mistakes, instead of pulling threads with your fingers.
- If using fabric dyes or paints, work in a well-ventilated area and wear appropriate protective gear (gloves and a mask) to avoid inhalation or skin irritation.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Cut the Tapestry Circle
- Lay out your tapestry and decide on the desired size of your floor pillow. Cut the tapestry into a circle using Fiskars scissors.
Cut the Tapestry Circle Cut the Fabric Circle
- Trace the circle onto the coordinating fabric and cut it out using Fiskars scissors.
Cut the Fabric Circle Prepare for Sewing
- Place the tapestry and fabric circles right sides together. Clip them together.
Prepare for Sewing Sew the Circles
- Sew the circles together using a sewing machine, leaving a gap of a few inches before completing the circle.
Sew the Circles Turn Right Side Out
- Flip the floor pillow right side out.
Turn Right Side Out Stuff the Pillow
- Stuff the pillow with stuffing to your desired fullness.
Close the Opening
- Close the gap using hand stitches or a sewing machine.
Close the Opening
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Tips
- Use Fiskars original orange handled scissors for precise and efficient cutting.
- Sew slowly and turn the fabric as you go to maintain the circular shape.