I just love all of the fun, unique, and gorgeous Fall pillows that I have seen in stores and online this year, but what I don’t like are the prices. YIKES! Cost effective Kunin® Felt Craft Cuts, Poly-Fil stuffing a plus a bit of fancy lace make this project quick, easy and affordable. DIY your own Acorn Felt Pillow for Fall. Free printable patterns are included below to make this project even easier for you.
Time: 30 Minutes
Skill Level: Beginner
YOU WILL NEED:
- Kunin® Classic™ Felt 9” x 12” Craft Cuts – Walnut Brown (2), Prickly Purple (2), Pumpkin Spice (1)
- Poly-Fil® from Fairfield World™
- Straight Pins
- Lace – Brown, 12” length
- Embroidery Floss – Variegated
- Embroidery Needle
- Scissors
- Acorn Pillow Patterns – download below
INSTRUCTIONS:
STEP ONE
Gather all supplies. Download, print and cut out Acorn Pillow Patterns HERE.
STEP TWO
Layer two pieces of Kunin® Classic™ Walnut Brown Felt and Acorn Base pattern together, securing with straight pins and trace around the pattern then cut out with scissors. Repeat this process with two pieces of Kunin® Classic™ Prickly Purple Felt and Acorn Cap patterns. Trace and cut out one leaf from Kunin® Classic™ Pumpkin Spice Felt.
STEP THREE
Carefully attach lace to the top edge of the front Walnut Brown Felt Acorn base and Prickly Purple Acorn cap with straight pins. Thread embroidery floss onto needle and straight stitch the lace, the acorn base, and the acorn cap together. Repeat with back of the back of the Acorn base and cap, but without lace.
STEP FOUR
Stack the front and back layers of the Acorn together, line up the edges and secure with straight pins. Thread an embroidery needle with floss and blanket stitch the edges, leaving a small two-inch opening at the side for stuffing.
STEP FIVE
Stuff the Acorn Pillow with Poly-Fil® from Fairfield World™ through the small opening left at the side. Pull apart small pieces of the stuffing and work down into each section of the pillow using a chopstick or pencil. I like a soft stuff, so I use a bit less Poly-Fil. If you prefer a harder stuff, use more and pack it tighter. Once the Acorn Pillow is stuffed, stitch it closed.
STEP SIX
Thread needle with embroidery floss and back stitch veins onto the Pumpkin Spice Leaf and then stitch the leaf to the base of the Acorn stem.
I hope you will use my DIY Felt Acorn Pillow for Fall as a jumping-off point to showcase your Kunin Creativity and create a colorful and elegant pillow for Fall! Switch up the colors to match your home decor, the possibilities are endless!
Kunin® Felt is an easy, versatile and forgiving medium which allows you to create affordable but trendy projects whether you are a beginner or an expert crafter! Hope you are inspired to try this DIY Felt Acorn Pillow for Fall.
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