How to Make XOXO Pillows Your Couch Will Love All Year Long

MATERIALS

– fabric

– batting or microfill

– two Ziplock boxes (or other rectangular objects from around your house)

– one dessert plate

– one large circular platter

– white thread

Tools:

– sewing machine

– iron

– fabric scissors

– pins

– needle

– pencil

Instructions:

Let's Start With a Kiss

The X

First, fold your fabric in half with the pattern on the inside. Then find a rectangular box around your house (Ziplock boxes work well) and trace them into an “x” shape on your fabric. Cut out your letter leaving a 1/2-inch seam allowance.

Pin your fabric in place and then sew around the edges following the lines. Leave one end open. Flip your pillow case right side out and then iron it flat.

Add stuffing and then pin your open end together to make hand stitching easier. You could also try sewing the end with your machine if you’re feeling wild ;)

Next up we’ve got our cute little “O.”

The “O"

Again, fold the fabric with the pattern on the inside. Find two circular objects to create your letter. One should be substantially smaller than the other. Trace the larger circle and then place the smaller one directly in the center of the first one.

There are two ways to do this next part. We cut our little donut by making a straight snip through the circle. You could also leave the “O” in tact, cutting the center circle by making a little fold and snipping into it.

Sew around the edges following the penciled lines. This will help keep your “O” even. Leave both ends open. If you choose to do this the other way, leave a small section on the outer edge of the circle open. Flip your case right side out and then fill it with stuffing.

Now pin the open ends together and stitch your “O” together.

Ladies and gentlemen, meet hugs and kisses!

We made a second set for even more love!

These would be great to hold up in a photo booth. You could send your pics to your Valentine rather than sending a traditional card.

Nothing cuter than pillows that say “I love you."

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This article was published in February 2015 and has been updated.