How to Make a Throw Pillow

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Cut 2 pieces of fabric that each measure about 15 -20 inches square.

   You can make the squares smaller or larger if you'd prefer.
   
   For a more interesting decorative throw pillow, use 2 different fabrics.
   
   You can opt for 1 piece of silk and 1 piece of velvet or 2 pieces of cotton fabric in contrasting colors.
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   Step 2: Place 1 piece of fabric on a table

   Set the other piece of fabric on top of the first, right-side down.
   
   Pin the fabrics together on all 4 sides. , Leave a 5-inch (12.7 cm) gap on 1 side of the decorative throw pillow for turning it right-side out and stuffing it. , Make sure you don't cut through the seam.
   
   Trimming the corners will make them sharp instead of rounded when the pillow is right-side out. , Use enough batting to make the pillow slightly firm but still soft. ,
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   Step 3: right-side up.

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   Step 4: Stitch the fabrics together along the 4 edges

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   Step 5: .5 inch (1.27 cm) from the edge.

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   Step 6: Clip the corners of the pillow before turning it right-side out.

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   Step 7: Turn the decorative throw pillow right-side out

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   Step 8: and stuff it with the polyester batting.

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   Step 9: Thread the hand sewing needle

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    Step 10: and use a slip stitch to sew the gap on the pillow closed.

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