QUICK PROJECTS TO DO

Basic Pillow

Goal:  What will be learned by this project?

To sew straight, follow directions, and stuff a pillow.

Materials Needed:

	2/3 yard firmly woven fabric
	Matching thread
	Polyester fiber stuffing
	Sewing machine
	Sewing notions, scissors, tape measure, pins, etc.
Materials for one 18" square pillow

Directions to make this project:

1. Cut two pieces of fabric 19-1/2" X 19-1/2".
2. With right sides together, edges even, pin pillow front to back.  Stitch three sides and four corners allowing 5/8" seam allowance.  Leave a 4" opening.   See picture.
3. Trim corners and turn right side out.
4. Stuff with polyester stuffing.
5. Hand stitch the opening.

Prepared by:  Washington State University Extension

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