Feb 02, 2018 today im excited to be sharing with you more diy book pillow patterns and tutorials. Reading pillow pocket book pillow pattern bundle in two sizes. Add a splash of color and pattern to a room by sewing your own pillows. Project tutorial reading pocket pillow designs by juju. A flying geese pillow front, and stacked rectangles pillow front. The most common book pillow pattern material is cotton.
Learn how to make a book pillow with this free pattern. Apr 19, 2019 the pillow pocket embroidery is complete. If you like this project you may also enjoy this pocket pillow sewing. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. What better way to spread the love of reading than by making it comfortable and fun with a cute reading pillow to relax on and to store your favorite books and maybe even your ipad. A pillow cover that is closed with a zipper stays snug and makes it easy to remove the pillow form for laundering. Learn how to make a book pillow with this free pattern polka dot.
If using a rectangle insert, measure both height and width. Two additional pocket styles for the reading pillow. A free sewing pattern for a pillow with a pocket to hold a book. Make a paper template for the handle that is 12 x 2. The pocket piece is going to be folded in half to make the large front pocket of the pillow. A larger size reading pillow that will fit a standard twin pillow.
Free pdf pattern pocket pillow covers and cut files. Choose two coordinating fabrics for the pocketback and then the. Mar 28, 2012 this free pillowcase pattern features a super cute little pocket for tucking in nighttime treasures. Pin the template to the fabric with the long side on the fold. So each of my back pieces will be 16 inches wide and inches tall. It has a large pocket across the front to hold a couple of favorite books, and a handle at the top for easy carrying. This lion is very huggable and the pocket can be used to package a gift or to hold a special book. This pocket pillow is 16x16 the pocket has two spaces. The directions include how to make a single or double pocket for holding a large book or two small pockets for toys or even a cell phone. Line up bottom raw edges and pin the pillow pocket to the pillow top as per the photo. How to sew a pocket book pillow with lined pocket 16x16 form. This pocket pillow is so much more than just a decorative throw pillow its also got pockets for holding remote controls, magazines, and much more. How to make an envelope pillow cover hey there, home.
My children love books so i made each of them a reading pillow so they can store their books or stuffed animals. Its an easy project that makes a great gift for a child. Instructions for how to sew a pocket pillow, reading pillow or book. Reading pillow was designed with little imaginations and modern style in mind. A quillow is a quilt with a reversible pocket strategically sewn on the quilt so it can be folded up to fit inside the pocket, making a pillow. How to make a reading pillow with melissa mortenson fat quarter. Add ruffles, piping, or an embellished front to sew the pillow that you want. Today im excited to be sharing with you more diy book pillow patterns and tutorials.
For the deocorative pillow, the hem that extends beyond the pocket is only 1. Using a pencil, mark the center of the lime green, pillow pocket fabric. Place the prepared pillow pocket fabric a rsu on top of it, lining up the bottom and side edges. A reading pillow, sometimes called a book pillow or a pocket pillow, is a large pillow with a pocket sewn into it, intended to be used for wait for it snuggling and reading. Jul 10, 2018 a reading pocket pillow sewing pattern. It is about the fabric combinations, the finishing touches and the heart that you have put into it. Please feel free to use this pattern for yourself or. These reading pocket pillows are one of the most popular. Dec 20, 2016 how to sew a reading pillow with this free tutorial. This pillow features a zipper that is covered by a flap of fabric. Only 2 yards of fabric and an hour at your sewing machine and youll be in reading pillow heaven. Download your choice of reading word art set 1 andor reading word art set 2. How to sew a reading pocket pillow with images reading pillow.
This cuddly lion has a cute little mane along with a pocket in the back. These are the perfect sleepover accessory for kids to take with them or a nice item to keep in the car on long trips. Use fiberfill to stuff your pocket pillow pattern to desired fullness. Using foot a, secure the pillow pocket to the pillow front using a basting stitch lengthen your stitch length to 5.
Today im going to share with you one of my very favorite sewing tutorials of all time. Flip over the lining to the right side, leaving a 1. A pattern for a reading pillow that will fit an 18 pillow form. The pattern i used is from melissa at polkadotchair. Lay this pocket piece on top of the right side of one of the body pieces of fabric. This version includes two different sizes of pillows. Handstitch the opening on the bottom of the pillow closed. I used this method to create a reversible decorative pillow cover. Kids can use the pillowcase pocket to store flashlights and bedtime friends. Melissa mortenson from fourteen may and polka dot chair shows how to make a reading pillow for kids on the go. A reading pillow, sometimes called a book pillow or a pocket pillow, is a large pillow with a pocket sewn into it, intended to be used for wait. Get this pattern for free when you purchase the timber. The on the go reading pillow pattern, also called the pocket pillow pattern.
The on the go reading pillow pattern, also called the pocket pillow pattern is a fun and quick book pillow to sew. Perfect for gifting a favorite book, take along to a sleepover, or use to store treasures, this one is sure to please. Sewing for beginners easy a reading pocket pillow sewing pattern. Libby from libbys lifestyle shows how you can sew this reading pillow with a large front pocket. Combine precut fabrics into strip sets and fashion a tote in a flash. It also includes instructions for adding a zipper to the back of your pillow.
Pin in place or use binding clips to secure the sides. Sewing pattern for a reading pillow, how to make a pillowcase. Learn how to make a book pillow with this free pattern polka dot chair. Make a personalized pocket pillow, cute sewing gift for kids. Reading pillow pocket book pillow pattern bundle in two. Take the proper measurements of existing pillows to know how much fabric is necessary for easy sew pillow cases. Combine tropical prints for a vacation bag that easily stores travel essentials.
Most times they like to lay down with a pillow and a good book on the. A reading pillow is a scatter cushion, with an extra pocket inserted in the front, to hold a book s. Stash small items such as bookmarks or the remote in the pocket of this clever pillow, designed by tina johnson. Open up the fabric, fold in half longwise right sides together, and sew together along one short side and the long side. This pillow features a pocket on the front to hold your favorite book, and other reading necessities. Adults can tuck in tissues, earplugs, or a mobile phone alarm clock although i recommend putting your phone on airplane mode and turning off the wireless first.
How to sew a reading pocket pillow reading pillow, beginner. These reading pocket pillows are one of the most popular tutorials on the site and i hope you enjoy the updates to the original pattern. These reading pillows are provided for displaced children. Easy pocket pillows fairfield world craft projects.
Pillowcase pattern inside pocket holds pillow in place. Hoop lime green fabric with corresponding piece of stabilizer. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. For sizes and instructions for making a basic pillowcase, refer to pillowcase pattern. Nestl luxury queen sheet set 4 piece extra soft 1800 microfiberdeep pocket bed sheets with fitted sheet, flat sheet, 2 pillow casesbreathable, hotel grade comfort and softness blue heaven 4. Fghuim multiangle soft pillow foldable tablet soft pillow lap holder stand book rest reading support cushion for, foldable triangular, used on bed, desk, lap, floor, couch 5. You can also order a printed copy which will be mailed to you. Add a pop of pink in any room with these diy easysew pillows.
No coupon needed, this pattern is automatically included when you purchase timber. Each back side piece will be the same width as the front side and 12 of the length plus 5 inches to account for seams and overlap the envelope part. It can be removed and be washed or changed each season. It contains the pattern for the reading pocket pillow in two sizes, these pillows and a few other fun ones too. Sep 26, 2019 free pattern for these adorable pillow covers in three sizes, plus cut files you can use with your silhouettecricut machines. Pin the rickrack to the bottom of the border on the pillow pocket. Try this free, easy sewing pattern to make a pocket pillow for your living room. Fold the pocket piece of fabric in half with wrong sides together. Embroidered pocket fabric trim embroidery fabric to 12. This same method can be used to make a pillowcase that holds your bed pillow in place.
The tutorial for this on the go pocket reading pillow first appeared on this blog way back in 2011, way before many of you were readers. May 18, 2015 the original reading pillow sewing pattern. The lion pocket pillow is one of 10 free crochet patterns by 10 designers in the 2018 softie crochet along. The zipper keeps the cover in place even if the kids have a pillow fight. You can display the pocket or turn around to hide the storage pocket.