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DIY Bath Mat Pillow

May 2, 2018 • DIY, Sewing

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What do you get when you cross a bath mat and a sewing machine???  This DIY Bath Mat Pillow, of course!  Take all that nubby, delectable texture and make a designer looking pillow with only 2 simple stitches.

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I was getting some serious kicks and giggles out of asking my Instagram followers what they thought I made this pillow out of.  It took an entire day before someone guessed it right on!

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I heard guesses like, a granny sweater, curtains, old poncho, vintage rug, afghan, and lots of guesses for a vintage chenille blanket.  I actually have a couple old chenille blankets, and now I’m wondering if I should chop them up too!

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Finally, someone said a bath mat, and they were right.  I came across these ivory tasseled bath mats from World Market, while perusing for who-knows-what, and immediately I thought the fabric would look so good on a pillow.  I actually loved them so much I also bought one for the Master Bathroom Spring Refresh, to be used for its intended purpose – as a bath mat. 😉

But I also think it was the perfect touch to the DIY bedding in my daughters recent bedroom makeover.

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*I also linked some bath mats I think would look great as pillows too!

More than learning how to sew bath mats into pillow covers, I hope to inspire you to look creatively at items you come across and imagine what else they could be.  That’s always my favorite kind of DIY!

I made a video to show how easy it is.

 

 

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Now let me walk you through step by step of how to make a DIY Bath Mat Pillow.

SUPPLIES

  • 2 Bath Mats
  • Pillow Form
    • The size depends entirely on the size of your bath mats.  For these particular bath mats from World Market, a standard size pillow worked great.

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You can see here how there was just enough room for seam allowance at the edges and left some overhang on the ends, which is exactly what I wanted.

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SEWING PROCESS

This is pretty basic.

1 – Line the bath mats together on the edges and ends, right sides together.  Pin if needed.

2 – Sew down both long edges, backstitching at beginning and end.

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3 – Flip right side out and insert the pillow form.

Hmm.  I feel like that was too easy!!

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

A few tips for you.  This fabric is thick and can make your sewing machine a little angry.

1 – Take it very slow

2 – Use the handwheel instead of the foot if needed

3 – Lower your tension

4 – Use a fresh new sharp needle.

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OTHER SOURCES

Curious about this space?  Check out the other posts I have for more resources, such as paint colors and tutorials.

  • DIY Pom Pom Pillow
  • Blue and White Girls Bedroom Makeover
  • DIY Embroidery Hoop Wreath

 

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Now let’s talk about upcycling!  Have you ever breathed new life into an item and made it something it wasn’t really intended to be?  What’s been your favorite project?  I’d love to know!

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Comments

  1. Marie Paint It White says

    May 24, 2018

    This is so gorgeous what a lovely idea. I would never have thought of using a bath mat as a pillow but I’m sure going to think twice about passing the next bath mat I see. I actually saw a fab gray one last week and didn’t buy it as I thought I have enough bath mats in our house buy now I know why I had a very strong inkling to just buy it lol!! I might just go back for it. Great project I love it..

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  2. Tanja says

    May 3, 2018

    hi Cami! I love this so much! One question though,
    Did you leave the ends open? Thanks♥️

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    • camitidbits says

      May 7, 2018

      Yes, I did leave the ends open. It drapes beautifully with the extra length.

      Reply
  3. Marlene Stephenson says

    May 2, 2018

    Does your husband know what a jewel he has, you are so very clever. It made a beautiful pillow, thanks for sharing your clever idea.

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    • camitidbits says

      May 2, 2018

      I think he does, but I should definitely tell him you said that 😉 . Thank you Marlene!

      Reply
  4. Susan Ronnfeldt says

    May 2, 2018

    That pillow is ADORABLE! How clever and what an eye you have for design! Love your daughter’s new bed and bedroom….beautiful!!

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    • camitidbits says

      May 2, 2018

      Thank you Susan! I’m so glad you like it!

      Reply
  5. Julie says

    May 2, 2018

    I love it – the tassel trend is one of my favorites!

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    • camitidbits says

      May 2, 2018

      Mine too! Thanks Julie dear!

      Reply
  6. Susan says

    May 2, 2018

    Genius!

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    • camitidbits says

      May 2, 2018

      Well goodness! Thank you! So glad you think so!

      Reply
  7. Tracey says

    May 2, 2018

    Cami, I’ve followed your blog for awhile now and loved every post. I have to say, this is brilliant-and beautiful! These luxurious pillows would be perfect for my two over sized chairs in the living room. We’ve opted for the chairs in lieu of a couch and opposite each other in conversational arrangement next to the fireplace. Very cozy, but was having difficulty with too many pillows trying to make the chairs comfy and cozy!! This is a great solution ?

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    • camitidbits says

      May 2, 2018

      Tracey, what a compliment! I’m so glad to have you follow me along and I’m so pleased to have helped you find a solution for your chairs. My hubs gets really frustrated when there are too many pillows on the couches, so I think this is a good option too. Hope to hear from you again!

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  8. Joan says

    May 2, 2018

    I love the bath mat pillow I want to do one for my couch
    Love the idea!!

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    • camitidbits says

      May 2, 2018

      I’m so glad you liked it Joan! I hope you get the chance to.

      Reply

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