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TISSUE PILLOW

Level: Easy
What you'll need:
- 100% cotton spots n striped fabric 20cm x 55cm
- Thread
- Fabric scissors
- Pins
- Sewing machine
Instructions
Cutting Out
Step 1 - Start by cutting out the fabric. You will need a base piece and an opening piece.
- Base Piece - Cut 1 x rectangle 12cm x 16cm in fabric
- Opening Pieces - Cut 2 x rectangles 15cm x 16cm in fabric
Sewing Together
Step 1 - Fold each opening piece in half with wrong sides together, matching raw longest edges, pin together.
Step 2 - With the base piece facing right side up, place opening pieces on top with the raw long edges matching, placing the folded edges towards the centre.
Step 3 - Pin and sew around entire rectangle piece using a 1cm seam.
Step 4 - Trim outside corners at a 45-degree angle. Make sure not to cut through the corner stitching.
Step 5 - Turn right side out and press.
Step 6 - Insert a packet of tissues and there you have it!
Tip - Sew a decorative trim onto the folded edges of the opening before sewing together would add a more decorative effect.