If you want sports-themed ones, here is how to make a football pillow. Cushions are not only used as support to the head when sleeping but also as decorations.
You can always get yourself a premade football pillow anytime you want as there are several of them available on the market. While that is a great option, it can be expensive. If you want one and you refuse to spend a ton of money on it, then you can make it instead.
Aside from the worries regarding the expenses, sewing handmade customized pillows can be a fun activity. It can also be your new hobby now that most transactions are still done online, and many still spend most of their time inside their homes.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Your Own Football Pillow
For this do-it-yourself (DIY) pillow sewing project, you will need a paper of some kind, fleece fabric, cotton batting and stuffing, spray glue or adhesive, needle and thread, sewing tools and equipment, and cutting, measuring, and marking devices.
Step #1: Trace the pattern
Before starting with the sewing process, you should trace the pattern beforehand. There is no specific type of paper for this as this will only serve as a guide for the football pillow’s shape. Keep in mind that this will not be included in the finished product.
You will need paper, a cutter or a pair of scissors, measuring tape, and a pencil or marker. In order to imitate the shape of pigskin, which is a prolate spheroid, you will need to make the panel guide into an ellipse.
Step #2: Determine the size
The size depends on you and how much materials you have prepared, but you can try marking a 30 by 12 inches cross on the sheet if you are still undecided. Fold it along the lines and trace a sharp, curved line along the edges of the cross.
Step #3: Begin cutting
Cut the paper as it is before unfolding. If done correctly, the panel should be symmetrical on all sides, and you should be able to achieve the perfect football shape. You can also trim the edges to get the desired form.
Step #4: Trace a line around the panel
Get your synthetic fabric ready, along with the tools for marking and cutting. Lay the panel done on the previous step above the cloth and trace a line around it. Do this four times on different parts of the fabric as you would need that much to create the pillow.
Step #5: Grab your cotton batting and cover all sides
Afterward, get your cotton batting and do the same thing. This step is also done fourfold to cover all sides. Including the previous panels, all eight cut-outs should be equal in size and must perfectly align when stacked together.
Place two fabric panels at a time on top of each other with the outer sides facing one another, and fasten the edges until all four are connected. Sew all edges but leave one to serve as an opening.
Step #6: Get started with the details
For the details and design, get a white fabric and cut two eleven by five inches rectangle. The measurement depends on what fits the size of your pillow and seven short lines. Stich the rectangles near the ends and the short laces at the center.
Step #7: Glue the cotton batting panel to the fabric and insert stuffing
Lay the cotton batting panel on top of each side of the fabric and use your spray adhesive to glue them together. After it dries, turn the case inside out. Insert the cotton stuffing through the remaining open edge and manually sew the opening close.
The Benefits of Using a Pillow
A good pillow has two main functions: support and comfort. Take a closer look at its functions below:
Support
Pillows prop up your head and support your neck and shoulders as you sleep. It helps keep your spine in natural alignment. Your neck curves slightly forward to help support the weight of your head. It’s important to maintain this curve as you sleep.
If the pillow is too high when you’re sleeping sideways or on your back, your neck is bent weirdly, which can cause muscle strain on your shoulders and the back of your neck. Additionally, this position may narrow the airpipe and obstruct your breathing. It sometimes causes snoring, which can hinder you from sleeping well. On the other hand, if the pillow is too low, the neck muscles can also be affected.
The height of your pillow is often based on your body’s measurements and personal preference, but generally, it should be about 10 to 15 meters high. It should properly support your head, neck, and shoulders when lying on your back.
Comfort
Pillows help give you a comfortable and well-rested sleep. It helps you relax and get a good night’s sleep you definitely deserve so you’ll feel energized and ready to take on the day. The surface of the pillow plays a part in overall comfort as well. Some people prefer silk pillowcases, which are good for the skin and hair, while others like cotton or flannel.
Final Thoughts on How to Make a Football Pillow
Now that you have read how to make a football pillow, creating one for yourself should not be too hard. The steps that must be followed are mostly similar to making other customized cushions, although the shape is more specific.