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    DIY Woven Pillow (in 5 Minutes!)

    November 16, 2015 by Ashley Mayes 20 Comments

    Hello Guys! How was the weekend?  It was the first weekend that we didn't have a deadline to hit for the One Room Challenge and let's just say that was amazing. Don't get me wrong, I love the One Room Challenge (eat-in kitchen reveal), but it's nice to go back to doing things at our snail's pace. Ha ha. Today, I want to share a pillow that I made for the kitchen space. It's so simple yet very chic. This DIY Woven Pillow (in 5 Minutes!) is made out of accent rug!

    Make this DIY Pillow with a rug and five minutes!

    Would you ever guess that was made out of a rug?

    DIY Woven Pillow (in 5 MInutes!) made out of an accent rug!

    *This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. Click to read my full disclosure policy.

    So, the good thing about making pillows is that you can hoard fabric, rugs, etc. until you need them. Last year, I fell in love with these accent rugs at Target (similar rug). I didn't need an accent rug, so I held out. Well, as usual, with Target, they placed them on clearance. So, the sane person buys two of them, right?! I mean, they are exactly my color and style, so I had to have two. Well, one of those rugs came in handy for the eat-in kitchen. Want to see how to make one for yourself? For five minutes of your time, you can't beat it.

    Step 1: Gather Your Supplies

    DIY Woven Pillow (in 5 MInutes!) made out of an accent rug!

    Pillow Form

    Rug

    Upholstery Needle

    Thread

    Scissors

    Step 2: Check For Sizing

    DIY Woven Pillow (in 5 MInutes!) made out of an accent rug!

    Place your pillow inside your rug (rug outside facing the pillow). Fold one side of your rug on your pillow, coming about ¾ of the way across the pillow. Fold the other side of your rug over the first side. My second side came about ¾ across the pillow again. I was happy with that overlap.

    *If you have too much overlap on the second piece, then you will need to cut it off and sew the seam.

    Step 3: Sew One Side

    DIY Woven Pillow (in 5 MInutes!) made out of an accent rug!

    Using an upholstery needle (see how much larger it is compared to a regular needle?), sew one side together. *Here's a great video tutorial if you need one for this part.

    Step 4: Cut and Finish

    DIY Woven Pillow (in 5 MInutes!) made out of an accent rug!

    Place your pillow on top of your rug to check for sizing. Give yourself about an inch or so and cut off any extra fabric.

    DIY Woven Pillow (in 5 MInutes!) made out of an accent rug!

    Stitch the rest of your pillow. Turn the pillow inside out (you can still do this because you created an envelope pillow where you have the overlapped back) and stuff your pillow inside.

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    Easy peasy, right? Could you see yourself hoarding rugs for pillows?

    Make a pillow out of a rug in a few easy steps!

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    1. Julia@Cuckoo4Design

      November 16, 2015 at 7:46 am

      So pretty! It's perfect for your space

      Reply
      • Ashley Mayes

        November 17, 2015 at 7:32 pm

        Thanks Julia. Easy and cute... my type of project.

        Reply
    2. Carol @ CAD INTERIORS

      November 16, 2015 at 11:51 am

      Seriously?! I love this! It's right up my "I don't really sew capabilities, but I can handle this project..."!!! Thanks for the inspiration. 🙂

      Reply
      • Ashley Mayes

        November 17, 2015 at 7:32 pm

        haha, mine too!

        Reply
    3. Naomi @ Plaster & Disaster

      November 22, 2015 at 11:45 am

      Looks so good! The pattern you found for this pillow is awesome. I love those quick and easy projects that leave you feeling like a total pro!

      Reply
      • Ashley Mayes

        November 23, 2015 at 8:49 am

        Thanks Girl! I totally agree on fast/easy projects!

        Reply
    4. Jessica @Finding Purpose

      January 22, 2016 at 9:32 pm

      Love the texture of this pillow! I've used napkins, placemats, and all sorts of fabrics to make pillow covers, but I've never thought of using a rug. Love this!

      Reply
      • Ashley Mayes

        January 24, 2016 at 7:47 am

        Oh yes, I love using napkins and placemats for pillows. You should totally jump on board the rug train though. It's fun and gives you that texture difference.

        Reply
    5. Nikki

      March 27, 2016 at 8:43 pm

      Awesome idea, and it looks great too. We have a store that has these rugs on for $3.99 pretty often. Not a bad price for some one-of-a-kind decor. Might have to do it up! Great post.

      Reply
      • Nikki

        March 27, 2016 at 8:44 pm

        I mean these *sort of rugs, not these exact ones. Whoops.

        Reply
      • Ashley Mayes

        March 28, 2016 at 12:55 pm

        Thanks Nikki. I really love the texture it gives the space.

        Reply

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