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How to make a seamless pillow from a recycled t-shirt

Step 1

How to make a seamless pillow from a recycled t-shirt

Flat Lay Shirt and Pin

Lay the t-shirt graphic side up and pin both sides with four or six pins.

Step 2

How to make a seamless pillow from a recycled t-shirt

Crop graphics area

Trim wide around the logo leaving as much fabric around the graphic as you can.

Step 3

How to make a seamless pillow from a recycled t-shirt

Fold and cut small square

Fold the shirt on all fours. Cut a 2” x 2” square from the top right corner through all layers of the fabric.

Stage 4

How to make a seamless pillow from a recycled t-shirt

Unfold and cut small strips

Unfold the shirt and cut strips 3/4" wide and 2" long on both layers of fabric.

Step 5

How to make a seamless pillow from a recycled t-shirt

Tie straps

Knot each pair of fringes all the way around. Be sure to leave about five tabs unknotted so you can stuff the pillow.

Step 6

How to make a seamless pillow from a recycled t-shirt

Pillow stuff and tie

Stuff the pillow with cotton or old fabric. Tie the remaining tabs to close the pillow.

Step 7

How to make a seamless pillow from a recycled t-shirt

Thanks for the memories

Whether it's an old band shirt, Greek letters, or vintage sports jersey, this no-sew pillow can bring any memory to life.