How to Make a Doll Pillow – Step by Step

Last Updated on January 1, 2024

Welcome to another step-by-step guide on creating a delightful doll pillow for your pet’s bed. Today, we’ll provide you with clear instructions and measurements to make the process easy and enjoyable.

With just a few materials and a bit of sewing, you’ll soon have a charming pillow ready for your furry friend.

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How to Make a Doll Pillow

To make a doll pillow, measure and cut fabric to your desired size and sew it with a half-inch seam allowance, leaving an opening. Turn it right side out, stuff it with polyfill; then hand stitches the opening closed using a ladder stitch.

Materials Needed

1. Fabric: The main material for creating the body of the doll pillow, providing comfort and durability.
2. Needle and Thread: Essential for sewing the fabric together, ensuring a secure and lasting construction.
3. Sewing Machine: Facilitates efficient and precise stitching, making the sewing process quicker and more accessible.
4. Polyfill Stuffing: Used to stuff the pillow, providing it with a plush and comfortable feel for your dog’s bed.

Measurements

Step by Step

Let’s get started to step by step guide!

Step 1: Determining Pillow Size

1. Measure the length and width of your dog’s bed.
2. For the length of the fabric, cut it two times the length of the pillow plus one inch.
3. For the width, cut the fabric the width of the pillow plus one inch.
4. Example: If you want a pillow that is 3.5 inches in length and 7 inches in width, cut the fabric 8 inches by 8 inches.

Step 2: Sewing the Pillow

1. Place the fabric right sides together.
2. Sew with a half-inch seam allowance, leaving a three-inch opening on one long side.
3. Clip the corners without cutting into the seam.
4. Turn the pillow right side out.

Step 3: Stuffing the Pillow

Use polyfill stuffing to fill the pillow to your desired firmness.

Step 4: Closing the Pillow

1. Hand stitch the opening closed using a ladder stitch.
2. Secure the knot on the inside to hide it from view.

Step 5: Finishing Touches

1. Trim any excess thread.
2. Admire your finished doll pillow for your dog bed!

Conclusion

Crafting a charming doll pillow for your dog’s bed is a delightful and simple project. You can easily tailor the pillow to fit your furry friend’s needs with basic materials and a sewing machine.  Enjoy the crafting process, and relish creating a personalized space for your beloved pet. 

Tersia Jager

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