Make a Graphic Halloween Pillow
Halloween decorating is upon us, but if you’re like me you probably don’t want to revamp everything in sight. Adding a little graphic is a great way to get in on the spirit, but my removable option means you won’t be stuck with the look forever. Want to make my DIY graphic pillow? Well you’re in luck because I’m going to share my secret!
First you want to start with a pillow cover. You can make one (like I did) by following my zippered pillow cover tutorial, you can revamp one you already have, or you can purchase one that will work with your decor.
Besides a pillow cover, you will need a print out (make sure you do it in reverse) that’s on iron on transfer, a piece of white (or solid) fabric that will fit the print out, a few buttons and a needle with thread. I used the Witches Ball Printable from HERE.
Any pillow cover will work, I made a new one, but you could totally use one you already have. I love this graphic print, and thought it would be beautiful against the vintage graphic.
Next take your print and iron it onto the solid fabric, according to the directions on the package.
Let it cool for a few minutes, then peel off the paper to reveal your image.
Trim out the graphic, it might unravel just a bit, but the transfer will help it from unraveling too much. I kinda like the frayed edges, I think it looks great with the vintage graphic.
Once trimmed, center up the graphic on your pillow cover, then pin it down in each corner.
Sew the buttons on each corner to hold it in place. (This might be best for decorative pillows only. If your kids are rough with pillows, it might not be the best place to use them.)
Once all your buttons are in place, then you’re finished! Want to take it off? Just use a seam ripper to take the buttons off and the pillow is good as new.
Hope you enjoyed this project! Want more ideas for home accessories? Stop by my blog at The Shabby Creek Cottage to see some of my other ideas.
Gina
Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says
September 3, 2013 at 9:17 amLove it, Gina! I like that if you can apply it in a temporary fashion to an existing pillow you get more mileage out of your everyday pillows.
Abbey says
September 3, 2013 at 10:09 amWould never have thought of doing something like this…Love how the iron-on turned out against the Premier Prints Suzani Black Fabric! You’re right–great contrast and perfect for the season 🙂
Christina van Dessel says
September 3, 2013 at 10:36 amHallo Gina, thank you for your wonderful DIY! I really would love to try it! What printer do I have to use? Is it a laserprinter?
Greats from Belgium, 🙂
Christina
Karen Watson says
September 3, 2013 at 5:32 pmHi Christina,
Gina just uses a regular inkjet printer. For more info check out her, how to print on fabric, tutorial here https://thegraphicsfairy.com/how-to-print-on-fabric/
I hope that helps!
Cathy says
September 3, 2013 at 11:04 amLove it! How do you get the graphic to print in reverse?
Thanks.
Karen Watson says
September 3, 2013 at 5:33 pmHi Cathy,
Check out this tutorial for reverse printing https://thegraphicsfairy.com/how-to-reverse-images-for-transfers/ 🙂
Jasper says
September 3, 2013 at 1:53 pmWow, that looks good… I have to find me some fabric.. Thank You for the idea. Yours look’s great..
Denise says
September 3, 2013 at 2:19 pmWow, this is great! Hey, wouldn’t it be cool to actually put buttonholes in the corners, so you could unbutton and change out panels, decorated for different holidays or just ‘cuz you get bored with one *whistling softly* not that I get easily bored or anything…ahem. Yeah.
Karen Watson says
September 3, 2013 at 5:34 pmGreat idea Denise!!
Stephanie C says
September 3, 2013 at 2:42 pmThis is such a great idea! I can’t wait to make a few. Thank you for all the inspiration.