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Halloween Spooky RX Pillow {Target Knock-Off}

09/17/2012 17 Comments


A couple days ago I shared my version of a Target Halloween Felt Skull Pillow found HERE.  Well there was a second pillow at Target that I loved, except it was more than I wanted to spend on a Halloween decoration.  So I decided I would create my own version of that pillow too!  
Here is the original pillow from Target sold in stores:

I decided the easiest way for me to replicate the pillow was to do a Freezer Paper Stencil.  You can find a tutorial on how to use Freezer Paper Stencils HERE.

I didn’t need to buy many supplies since I already had a fabric that would work {left over IKEA curtains that were almost the same color fabric as the original}.  I had the freezer paper and batting on hand as well.  I ended up only needing to purchase black fabric paint, and ribbon for the edges.  

Here’s what I did.

I started by creating a stencil with my freezer paper.  I found clip art that I liked that resembled or came as close to the original Target pillows look.  I changed the date on the pillow just because, I thought something should differ a bit from their pillow.  I lined everything up on my freezer paper and traced the design on to it, then using my xacto knife {getto version of a silhouette cameo} I cut it all out by hand.  Next I cut two pieces of fabric to the measurements I wanted {forgot to measure sorry} you can make yours any width you want.  I ironed on my freezer paper stencil on to one of my pieces of fabric.  Be sure to iron it well so all the edges are down as much as possible.  {sometimes this works better than other times}

 I then started painting it, I used a foam pouncer brush with my fabric paint.  I had to do a couple of coats, just depends on your fabric type.  Once it’s completely dry you can peel your stencil away.  Unfortunately mine bled through in a few spots, but not anything super noticeable.  I actually kind of like where it bled through, makes it look not so perfect.  

Next I put the second piece of fabric on top of the face up painted piece of fabric.  I stitched a 1/2″ seam allowance around the whole thing, but left a 4″ or so opening for the batting to go in.  I then turned it right side out, then stitched another 1″ seam around the edges and stopped at the opening for the batting.  I stuffed the pillow, then stitched it closed and finished the 1″ seam around the edge.  Then added my ribbon to the edges centered on the 1″ seam allowance.  


And I was done!


Target’s Version Cost $15
My Version Cost $5
– $3 ribbon
– $2 paint

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Comments

  1. En4tainment says

    09/17/2012 at 6:02 PM

    i love this i might have to have a go at this

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  2. Bingo Buttercup Crafts says

    09/18/2012 at 1:37 AM

    Once again- I love yours MORE than the Target version! This and the felt skull pillow are both brilliant!

    Fanastic job and a great reminder to always be crafty enough to make my own when i can. ๐Ÿ™‚

    -Amberly

    Reply
  3. Liz says

    09/18/2012 at 9:43 AM

    Great pillows! Love them both! Liz

    Reply
  4. Jennie Larsen says

    09/18/2012 at 1:49 PM

    Shared this on my COM-FB page. So cute. jen

    Reply
  5. Jenna, SAS Interiors says

    09/18/2012 at 2:01 PM

    This pillow is awesome, Rebecca. I am totally impressed that you used an x-acto knife to cut out the stencil versus “a machine”, lol. As I was reading through, I was convinced you used something. I don’t have a silhouette myself and am always bummed when I see the coolest projects that I want to replicate, but then can’t. Awesome job and will be sharing on FB! xo Jenna

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  6. Katie Drane says

    09/18/2012 at 3:41 PM

    I’m so glad that I found you on COM!! I love this pillow! Thank you for sharing how you made a stencil with freezer paper too, I’ve been dying to try it. Can’t wait to see what you come up with next!

    Katie
    http://www.funhomethings.com

    Reply
  7. Steph @ Crafting in the Rain says

    09/19/2012 at 12:03 AM

    Looks awesome! Totally my style of halloween stuff ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  8. Jennifer @ Decorated Chaos says

    09/19/2012 at 2:58 AM

    I absolutely love how your pillows turned out! Thanks for sharing….these are so cute!

    Jennifer

    Reply
  9. Kimberly says

    09/19/2012 at 8:45 PM

    SO Cute!! I just love how you can make skulls and bones look cute nowadays ๐Ÿ™‚ Great job!!

    Reply
  10. Carissa Rasmussen says

    09/19/2012 at 11:32 PM

    I love seeing DIY versions of stuff in the stores. Great job! I’m not a big fan of the skull and crossbones but you make it look totally non-threatening:)

    Reply
  11. Becca @ The Sassy Penguin says

    09/20/2012 at 3:02 PM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE!

    Can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
  12. Kristen says

    09/20/2012 at 5:31 PM

    Great craft. I think your price is a little misleading since some people (Me!) don’t have fabric, freezer paper, exacto knives, etc.

    But nice tutorial!

    Reply
  13. Lindy@Itsy Bitsy Paper says

    09/20/2012 at 1:12 PM

    These are awesome!!! Love it. I hope you’ll add this post to my Wickedly Creative Halloween Ideas Party if you haven’t already.

    http://www.itsybitsypaperblog.com/2012/09/2012-wickedly-creative-halloween-ideas.html

    Reply
  14. Misty @Creative Itch says

    09/24/2012 at 6:07 PM

    I {love} your version of this pillow!! Makes me want to get going on some cute Halloween decorations!

    Thanks for sharing @’Sew Cute Tuesday’. I’ll be featuring you tomorrow, so be sure to stop by and grab a ‘featured’ button!

    Reply
  15. southernscraps says

    09/25/2012 at 10:48 AM

    Awesome! I love your version!

    Reply
  16. Sara Pliske says

    09/28/2012 at 11:11 AM

    Rebecca – Omgosh…this pillow is so cute! You did a great job. I may have to give it a try!! LOVE it <3

    Blessings – Sara

    Reply
  17. Michele Davis says

    12/07/2012 at 2:46 AM

    SO Cute!! I just love how you can make skulls and bones look cute nowadays ๐Ÿ™‚ Great job!!

    Reply

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