Generally we think of bedroom throw pillows as something a girl or woman would love, but when you make the pillows from old bandanas even a boy will love one! You dont have to make the pillows for your children; they can make them all by themselves. Thats because there are no needles, no thread and no sewing required! Youll need two regular size bandanas to create the unique pillow. Each bandana can be different in color or they can both be the same; thats your choice. The only thing that is required is that the two bandanas be exactly equal in size.
It will be necessary to poke several holes in each bandana, so if a young child is doing this project, a parent may need to help him or her with the hole-poking portion of the craft. Older children can easily cut small holes in the bandanas with scissors.
Draw a chalk line around the perimeter of each bandana, about an inch away from the edge. Go all the way around, poking holes, leaving an inch between each hole. After youve created all the holes, youll do the same thing to the other bandana, making sure the holes you poke align with the ones youve created on the first bandana. For some, it may be easier to lay the bandanas on top of each other, then cut holes through both at the same time. This will ensure that the holes of each bandana will be in alignment. There are any number of things you can use to tie the two bandanas together. Youll cut pieces of twine, yarn, ribbon or cloth to secure the bandanas. Cut the twine or yarn into four inch pieces. Thread one piece through the coordinating holes of the two bandanas. Tie a knot and allow the excess twine to hang. Go to the next set of holes, push a piece of twine through both holes, then tie a knot. Continue this pattern until youve tied twine into each set of holes on three of the four sides. When youve gotten to the fourth side of the pillow its time to stuff it. Use cotton, chipped foam, or even scraps of cloth. Stuff the pillow until you are satisfied with the thickness of it then prepare to tie the rest of the pillow closed. Its easier to finish tying the pillow if you first place a book on it. After adding the stuffing the pillow can be more difficult to close. Placing a book - or something similar - on top makes it easier to get the pillow tied shut. After youve finished adding twine to all the sets of holes your bandana pillow is complete. It takes about an hour for the average child to complete the bandana pillow. Let them get some of their friends together and they can have a pillow-making party. Many teens have bandanas and would love to own several of the bandana throw pillows. Theyre not just for bedrooms; use them on a sofa or your favorite living room recliner. Theyre appropriate for children and adults alike. You dont necessarily have to use bandanas for the no-sew pillow project. Fabric that wont unravel is perfect for this craft. Cut two equal size pieces and follow the steps above. If the fabric you have will unravel treat the edges with a no-fray product found at most craft and sewing supply stores. You can find some really unique and fabulous bandanas online that would make interesting pillows like no one elses. Youll also find bandanas of many colors and styles at most dollar theme stores. The dollar price tag means you can make the entire pillow for under three bucks. They make great gifts, too, so make several. Your friends are going to want one, too!
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