Faux-Fur Pillow How-To

Add a bit of texture to your home with this easy-to-sew accessory.

DIY Faux Fur Pillow

Photo by: Debbie Wolfe

Debbie Wolfe

Materials

  • 1/2 yard faux fur fabric
  • 1/2 yard neutral color fabric
  • ruler
  • scissors
  • sewing machine and acccessories
  • pins
  • pillow insert

Faux fur will add a bit of texture and unexpected fun to your decor. For the price of one pre-made throw pillow, you can easily make two or more yourself. Using the envelope pillow method, it's even easier to sew a removable cover without using zippers.

DIY Faux Pillow

Fluff out the fur and enjoy!

Photo by: Debbie Wolfe

Debbie Wolfe

Fluff out the fur and enjoy!

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