DIY FRIDAYS: HANDMADE CUSHION

Stuck on what to buy on the cheap side for someone this Christmas? Give this a try! I made this cushion out of a pillow from Primark and some scrap fabric I found lying around in the house.

Here's what you will need:

Cheap pillow (preferably one you can fold in half)
Any scrap fabric or unwanted material you might have
Scissors
Tailoring Pins
Needle & Thread (If you have an overlocker, this will be a lot quicker!)

 

Fold your pillow in half, and with your tailoring pins, secure the edges of it. Then with your needle and thread, sew around the outside of it to hold it in place. (if you have your overlocker, then this will be handy for you and more secure)

 

2. Get your fabric and pin it around your cushion.  If it helps then pin the edge of the fabric onto the cushion and pin the sides first, as at this point it can be quite tricky to hold together.

3. Then sew around the edges of your fabric, and you have your very own one of a kind pillow! If you want to go the extra mile like me, I had some extra yarn lying around and decided to finger-knit a trim around the outside of it.

If you need to know how to finger knit, then here is a good example of how to do so.

Good luck guys!

Katherine xo

Gifts for under £20

So, if you're willing to splash out a little bit on gifts, like I am for my family this year... I have a few things that you may like:



White, Grey and Brown stripe sleeveless top, £12. This would look great with skinny jeans, tracksuit bottoms, or a lovely yoga skirt,  and boots/trainers, layered with some cute animal jewellery!



Whimsical Patchwork Backpack, £12. I have a patchwork bag too, and it definitely is a piece that compliments your outfit. It's also a quirky, practical alternative to the ordinary tote bag.



Brown Stripe Owl Applique Top, £13. This is one piece that you can wear as a baggy top for the slimmer ladies, or still a flattering piece for the more curvaceous ladies. It's totally win-win.

 

Orange Stripe Patchwork Dress, £16. A cute day dress, that you could wear with a headscarf and cardigan in the winter, or in the summer, it's best worn with slippers or sandals, it's that versatile.



Patchwork Tote, £12. This is one of a few pieces made from fake suede, so you can stay stylish and animal free! Is great for carrying books, knitting gear and other every day items!

Gifts for Under £10

So, if your budget isn't so stretched and you could afford some cute clothing, you're bound to find something over at my shop. :)

 

Brown and Grey Leopard Print V neck Dress, £8. This is so quirky, I love it. You could wear this on a night out, or even just something you can effortlessly wear on your day-to-day lifestyle. Either way, you're going to make a statement with this. 

 

Yellow and Pink Upcycled Cardigan, £5. This is one of my simplest of quirky pieces. This is also a good way to spruce up your wardrobe, especially if you're a t shirt and jeans kind of person. 

 

Yellow Heart Applique Vest Top- £5. I would say this is my favourite piece. If I were a size smaller, I would wear this. You could wear this with a pair of jeans, skirt or shorts! This is also so unique, that it cannot be made again, because this was made with vintage scrap materials.

 

Blue Patterned Print Tunic Shirt, £10. This shirt is vintage, and the way it has been upcycled makes this piece uber comfortable, and stylish.

 

Pink Patchwork Purse, £4. This is so handy for all your make up or loose change, and is so cute!