Sew a Pillow with Pocket

Use this pillow project and add a pocket- Perfect for Stashing Notes, Toys, or Bedtime Treasures
Skill Level: Beginner Time: 1-2 hours Ages: Great for ages 8+ with supervision

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Sewing Materials Available

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Supplies Needed:

• Cotton fabric (two 10" x 10" squares for the pillow)
• Small rectangle of fabric (5" x 6") for the pocket
• Needle and thread or sewing machine
• Stuffing or pillow insert (8" x 8")
• Scissors
• Pins
• Fabric marker or chalk
• Optional: Velcro, snap, or button for pocket closure

Instructions:

Step 1: Cut Your Fabric

• Cut two 10" x 10" squares of your main pillow fabric.
• Cut one 5" x 6" rectangle for your pocket.

Step 2: Prepare the Pocket

• Fold the top edge of the pocket piece (6" side) down about ½ inch and press.
• Sew across the folded edge to make a neat hem.
• Optional: Add Velcro, snap, or a button on this hemmed edge to create a closure.

Step 3: Attach the Pocket

• Pin the pocket to the right side of one pillow square, about 2 inches from the bottom edge and centered side-to-side.
• Sew along the sides and bottom of the pocket to attach it, leaving the top open.

Step 4: Sew the Pillow

• Place the two pillow squares right sides together (the pocket will be hidden inside).
• Pin the edges.
• Sew around all four sides with a ½ inch seam allowance, leaving a 3-inch opening on one side for turning and stuffing.
• Clip corners to reduce bulk, being careful not to cut your stitches.

Step 5: Turn and Stuff

• Turn the pillow right side out through the opening.
• Use a pencil or chopstick to poke out the corners.
• Stuff with pillow fill or insert.

Step 6: Close the Opening

• Tuck in the raw edges of the opening and hand stitch it closed using a ladder stitch or whipstitch.

Done!

You now have a cozy pillow with a secret pocket - perfect for notes, bedtime trinkets, or tiny treasures.

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