Create a Long DIY Bolster Pillow the Easy Way
Want an extra long bolster pillow without the steep price tag? This simple tutorial is the EASIEST way to make a beautiful custom DIY bolster pillow (and an extra cover) that is really easy on your budget.
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MATERIALS NEEDED:
*two-layer table runner (have two ready if you want a separate slipcover. The ones I used are no longer in stock, but these are both very cute: https://rstyle.me/+J6hsn2EiN1rrH-XK4x... and https://rstyle.me/+NWcyyWE7xNjIxDpRym... )
*polyfill (I used two 32oz bags of this: https://amzn.to/317siy0)
*seam ripper
*scissors
*needle and thread
*iron-on velcro
STEPS:
Step 1: Choose a runner that is two pieces of fabric sewn together.
Step 2: Open the end of your runner about 4-6 inches. Snip the seams carefully with a seam ripper or scissors. The hole just needs to be large enough to jam your hand full of polyfill into it!
Step 3: Stuff your table runner with polyfill. This is about as simple as a DIY gets and so easy for kids to do with minimal supervision! We used two bags, but you can use as much or as little as you want. Add polyfill until you like the firmness of your pillow!
Step 4: Once the runner is filled to your liking, sew up your hole. If you don't want to sew (or can't!) you can use iron-on hem tape or velcro.
Bonus Steps: Make extra covers! I have already made one new slipcover and can't wait to make more.
Step 5: Choose another runner that is double layered. Open the seam of the layers at one end with a seam ripper.
Step 6: Attach iron-on velcro on the open end. This will allow you to close it easily!
Step 7: Slip the new cover on your DIY bolster pillow! Make as many as you want--they are so simple to change out. I love the idea of changing them up seasonally, which is what I did after Christmas!
That is it! Let your imagination go wild and make yourself as many covers as you want.
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