So, here is my tutorial for making a t-shirt pillow. This can be machine or hand stitched, so it is really great for anyone who wishes to give it a try. It could even be a kid friendly project.
Items Needed:
-Smaller t-shirt (the ones pictured are 2/3T)
-tie dye (kits make this pretty user friendly)
-2 scraps of fabric, one hand print sized, one big enough to close up the neck opening.
-marker
-fabric scissors
-sewing machine or thread and needle
Instructions:
*Wash and dry the t-shirt
*Follow the tie dye directions
While you are letting your shirts sit, why don't you check out some of the other fun things I have on my blog.
*Trace the hand print directly onto one of the scraps of fabric (or onto a cereal box or other stiffer paper, then onto the fabric).
*Cut out the fabric hand print
*Stitch the hand print onto the t-shirt wherever you like it best. (If you are doing more then one shirt for more then one child at the same time, just write the child's name on the inside of the hem at the bottom of the shirt.)
*Use the other scrap and sew it to the inside of the neck opening. I have no great advice on how to do this, just wing it till it works :)
*Sew up one sleeve and the bottom hem. I sewed right over the stitching that was there because I liked that the sleeves "opened" a bit.
* Stuff the t-shirt through the open sleeve, then stitch the sleeve up when you are happy with it's fluffiness.
Take a picture of the happy child holding their cool, upcycled, one-of-a-kind t-shirt pillow, and send it to me. (just kidding, you don't have to send me a picture if you do not want to, but I would love to see them!)
Almost forgot, if you love this pillow but are unable to make it yourself, I would love to make one for you! Check out this page for how to order.
