(DIY) WATERCOLOR PILLOWS
A fun weekend craft perfect for children and adults alike! These watercolor pillows are pretty, easy to
make, and will brighten up any living room sofa.
words & images by SARAH WISSINGER
YOU WILL NEED:
• White pillowcases
• Watercolor set
• Paintbrush
• Fabric medium
• Iron
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INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Set up a craft-safe surface. Wet your pillowcases entirely and wring out well.
2. Fill up a cup with water. Using your paintbrush and watercolor set, paint your pillowcase as you would a canvas. Once the pillowcase is painted as desired, allow
to air dry completely.
3. Fill a cup with 1 part water to 2 parts fabric medium. Paint the entire surface of your
dried pillowcase with water/fabric medium mix. Allow to air dry completely for 48
hours.
4. Use an iron to heat-set your watercolors. Iron the surface of the pillowcase in 30
second increments.
5. Wash your pillowcase inside-out in cold water and tumble dry low. Stuff with a pillow
insert or filling.