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We hope you have all had a wonderful holiday with your family! We have been busy busy sewing up gifts and taking some time to enjoy each others company. So now it’s time to share some of the things we’ve been sewing. I made one of these pillows for each of my little ones and my nephew (3, 2, and 1) These toddler floor pillows were sewn up using the Land of Nod inspired tutorial from Living with Punks.
Overall the tutorial was clear and easy to follow. These pillows are really fast to sew up. Drafting the large circle was one of the most time consuming parts. If you are new to piping that may slow you down- but it’s an easy application so you’ll catch on really quick even if you are a newbie. (Just make sure you have the right foot on your machine)
I had originally considered making piping out of the same fabric as the pillow. I forgot to take this in to account when buying yardage, so I didn’t have nearly enough fabric for that.
The only problem I ran into was with the length of that long rectangle that runs around the body of the pillow. I cut to her specifications, but ran 2-5 inches short on all three pillows when pinning around the circle top. Maybe I didn’t pull them quite as tight as she did. Either way I would make that piece a couple inches longer- better safe than sorry. It added a piece in to lengthen mine, the extra seam didn’t really bother me.
The sizing is just right for a toddler. They are nice and light. Manageable for my little one to pick up a carry, but plenty of room for a 4-5 yr. old to sit. The only potential issue I would see is these are just stuffed so if there was a catastrophic spill I would have to open up a seam and replace the stuffing.
Overall I was really happy with how they turned out and the kids are happy using them as landing zones for their stunt maneuvers 
How did you your handmade sewing projects turn out?
Happy Sewing,
Rachel
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Absolutely fabulous! I love the “handles”. There’s some trouble with the first photo…it’s cut in half. I hate when that happens! Have a great post-Christmas!
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The handles are the kids favorite part!
The floor pillows turned out great!
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Thanks!
The handles are a great idea! I think I prefer the piping in the contrasting colour, rather than the main fabric.
I think the contrast makes them a little more fun. Good change of plans after all.
Thanks for the inspiration. I’ve been working on a revamp of our playroom and think these would be perfect for my 3 little ones! I’m a new follower on G+
Happy New Year!
jessica
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We plan on using them in a reading area with the kids. I think they are great playroom additions!
Those are adorable!
Katie @ Horrific Knits recently posted..Sunday Legends-Jumping the Broom
Thank you!
I love love love these….would be perfect for my 1 year old. I can’t wait to try it out!! I love your fabric choice too!!
Stella Marie recently posted..How to Make the Perfect Frizzle: A Recipe
Thank you! It is so nice to find something sized for a toddler.
Those came out great! I love the fabric you choose and I really do like the piping in a different color. Thanks for sharing on We Made That!
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Awesome! I love the fabrics you chose! I made one of these before my son was born, and I’m really excited for him to be old enough to use it!
Thanks for linking up!
Heather Feather recently posted..Asymmetrical Henley and Waffle Knit Shirt
It smart to sew for them before they’re born! ha! I stuffed my littlest one’s a little on the light side (it will be easy to open and fluff) seems to make it easier for her to sit on.
Saw you on Creations by Kara..these are super cute! I love your bold choice of fabrics. Adorable!
Thank you!
How perfect and super cute! Thank you for sharing this at the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Hope to see your prettiness again on Monday. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
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Love these! Do you by chance sell these?
Hi Jamie,
Thanks! It’s not our pattern so unfortunately we can’t sell them. The blogger who designed them does sell them in her shop, here http://punkware.bigcartel.com/