Did you know today, June 25th is the halfway mark to Christmas?
Time to think of Holiday presents.
Many people actually start shopping … I guess this is how Christmas in June starts.
Well, we would like to share a Paw Craft: Sausage Pillow Case (You’ll find out later why it is called “sausage” – it’s not because it’s yummy.) A pillow case is a great present. It can be used both by humans and pets. Many who can not afford dog beds use a regular pillow as their pet’s bed. Also, some pet owners allow their pets to sleep on their bed. A pet themed pillow case is a cheerful accent on their bed.
Pet lovers enjoy pet related items. A pillow case is a popular one.
Instructions: Sausage Pillow Case
(There are numerous ways on how to sew a pillow case.
You can check the web. We like this method and here’s our tutorial version. Enjoy!)
(Take Note: For larger Image, Click on the Photo)
1) Materials: Fabrics for the Body, Header and Accent.
See Photo below for the sizes.
2) Fold the Accent fabric in half lengthwise, wrong side together and press it.
3) Lay the Body fabric side-up. Place folded Accent fabric. Place Header fabric side down. Match the raw edges. Pin it together. See Photo below
4) Open/Flip the Header fabric. Roll the Body fabric up so it is just barely to the top. Take the Header fabric and pull it down around and tuck it under. Place it on top, meeting the raw edges. Pin it together and sew 1/4 seam allowance.
See Photo below, you may click on the photo for a larger view.
See Photo below, you may click on the photo for a larger view.
5) The FUN part. This is the reason WHY it is called Sausage Pillow.
After you sewed the layers, take the inner fabrics and pull it out. It will be wrinkly, so you may want to iron it. See Photo below.
6) See Photo below. WALA! Front and Back sides.
7) Put wrong sides together and match it up.
Sew 1/4 seam allowance along the side and bottom.
After sewing, you may trim fabric edges closer to the stitches.
Click the Photos for a larger view.
Sew 1/4 seam allowance along the side and bottom.
After sewing, you may trim fabric edges closer to the stitches.
Click the Photos for a larger view.
8) Turn it over. Press it and sew 1/4 seam allowance. See Photo below. It will be PRETTY because all the stitches are hidden. The process of stitch is called French Seamed. (very interesting name but not exactly sure WHY?)
9) WALA! Turn it over and place your pillow inside. Take Note: You may use any fabric combination for this project. This project fits a regular size pillow with lots of extra room.
10) ENJOY!
We plan to give this as a present to our friend who LOVE CATS.
We will not wait till Christmas because today is her Birthday.
I just have to try it … for photo purposes only.
What do you think?
This sewing project is great for beginners, give it a try.
Any questions just let us know.
Any questions just let us know.
We at Sugar’s Paw House do offer Pet Themed Pillow Cases on our weekend show. It’s a big seller. We are currently out of stock. If you wish you can place a special order, just let us know. Golden Thanks
Lots of Golden Woofs,
Great crafty idea, though the dogs were pretty disappointed this did not involve real sausage…
That's a great pillow case and it looks quite comfy too. Duke thinks you should stuff it with sausage and then you could snack while you nap 🙂
Hey Sugar!
Wow, what a pawesome pressie idea! Looks really comfy too. Bet you had a nice nap.
Grr and a Drowsy Woof,
Sarge, COP
That looks like a great pressie and you look so comfortable!!
Half-way to Christmas! We love the way you think as we all love Christmas!!!! (And snow!) Thank you for sharing your craft design…we are going to have to give it a try, it sure looks comfy! Happy Saturday, Sugar!
Loved the pic of Sugar asleep on her pillow – so very sweet.
I'm dropping by the pet blog hop today – stop by to see the gorilla at the Calgary Zoo enjoying a little fun: https://www.pet-peeves.org/2011/06/25/calgary-zoos-breakdancing-gorilla/
thank you for the tutorial and the reminder, Sugar. I love thinking about Christmas in summer – it helps cool me off. Hope you and your mom are keeping cool in every sense of the word. We know you are the coolest dog in town – I just love your pictures 😉
Happy weekend,
Doris and Gizzy
I love it! So pretty!
Sweeeeet Sugar… THIS is a grrrreat Sugar's Paw Craft .. Pawject. You chose some very much interesting materials and it made the final pawduct look SUPER!
We will have to try that – that would make a great gift!
Sam
How cute. You are so talented Sugar. Well with a little help from your mom.
Halfway to Christmas. I just don't want to thing about that right now.
Happy Birthday to your friend.
Have a woof woof day Sugar. 🙂
Easton is too big to fit on the bed, but he gives paws up to the pillow (and was disappointed a sausage did not pop out of Dad's hand into his mouth when the word was mentioned)!
Dang, we're already 1/2 way to Christmas?! How is that possible? I usually start buying 1-2 gifts from June forward for Christmas. Haven't bought anything this year, I'd better get started.
You did a great job on that pillowcase, Sugar! I have a feeling your friend really loved it.
You asked what BBW is – it's Bath & Body Works. I had some gift cards for there and misplaced them for several months and now I found them.
There's nothing like a snuggly pillow, as Sugar is finding out. That kitty will be very happy!
That's just as cute as can be. It's ashame that my mom is creatively challenged!
AROOOOF!
Boondocks, Kudzu, and gang
That pillow case is so cute! Our mommy loves it! She can't sew at all though but maybe our Grandma can make one for us. Enjoy your weekend Sugar!
Happy birthday to your friend, Sugar! That's a great gift and we love the fabric choice!
Love ya lots
Maggie and Mitch
You looks so comfy there Sugar that I hope you get given one of those pillows for Christmas too!
Another great idea that you've made look so easy–But for someone like me who is 'craft challenged' trust me it isn't!!
That is beautiful!!! Sugar sure looks pretty trying it out!!! Lots of love, Debbie & Holly
You start Christmas now if you want to 🙂
I'm gonna enjoy my roses 🙂
Babes, you look better and better 🙂 x x x
hahaha! 'craft challenged' – that's me. Beautiful final product, Sugar!
Half Way? Already?
Kari
https://dogisgodinreverse.com
Luv the material! So bright and cheery! Looks like Sugar approves wholeheartedly 🙂
Waggin at ya,
Roo
You look pretty comfy there on the pillow, Sugar. Are you sure you want to give that one away? 🙂
By the way, we received the canvas, and it's pawesome!! Thanks again! I've ordered a frame for it, and if all goes well, hope to blog about it next Saturday. Yay!!
That does sound like a fun project and we love the final result. It is a great pillow case. Thanks for all the instructions. Mom really wants to try it. Have yourself a super Sunday.
Great Project Sugar. Will definitely give it a try. Thank you for sharing.
Cute idea!