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Felt Bat Pillow DIY

October 2, 2018

Can you believe that it is October already?! I can’t! That means Halloween is less than 31 days away, so in the spirit of Halloween I wanted to share a simple no-sew pillow cover. Japan does not celebrate Halloween, which can make things challenging when there is a whole lot of nothing to choose from, for decorations creating the perfect storm for creativity.

Can I be honest with you? I really don’t like sewing… If I can find a way around it, I’m all for it! Which brings me to my no-sew Felt Bat Pillow and I can not tell you how much I love it. Since Halloween decor is limited here in Okinawa, Japan… now that I think of it I haven’t seen a single Halloween pillow anywhere! I decided to make my own and it only took a few things to make it. Once again creativity is your best friend here.

Felt Bat Pillow DIY

Supplies Needed:
Black Felt
Chalk
Hot Glue Gun and Hot Glue Sticks
Scissors
White Pillow Cover

 

Steps:
1. Download, print, and cut the Bat silhouettes (you can find the downloads below).
2. Using chalk trace the bat silhouettes onto the black felt then cut them out.
3. Using the pillow cover of your choice place the felt bats in any pattern you like.
4. After you have your bat pattern in place, start hot gluing the middle of the bats first then fold the wings slightly to give it a 3D effect.
5. Repeat step four until you finish hot gluing the bats.

 

That’s it! Easy-peasy right? I hope you give this DIY a try and remember to tag me on Instagram @paintmepinkblog if you make this pillow!

You can download Bat Print 1 HERE

You can download Bat Print 2 HERE

 A big thank you to my friend Krista of The Happy Housie for hosting this Seasonal Simplicity Halloween craft hop. Don’t forget to check out the rest of the DIY projects below!

xoxo -Norma

 

Hop around to take in all this stunning inspiration…

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Tips & Tricks for DIY Hand Lettered Pumpkins at Lemon Thistle
Scrap Fabric Lighted Halloween Garland at Clean and Scentsible
Polka Dot Pumpkin Lanterns at Finding Silver Pennies

Cheesecloth Mummy Lanterns at My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
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DIY Creepy Halloween Floral Arrangement at House by Hoff
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10-Minute Glam Halloween Masquerade Mask at Summer Adams
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  • Christy James
    October 2, 2018

    I love this! Love the 3D effect of it too! XO

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  • Rhonda Hallstrom
    October 2, 2018

    Darling!! I need one in my home! Perfect for Halloween

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    • paintmepink
      Rhonda Hallstrom
      October 3, 2018

      Thank you so much, Rhonda! and Yes you do! I’m sure it will look darling in your home! xoxo -Norma

      Reply
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  • Lindsay - Lemon Thistle
    October 2, 2018

    I just love that you used felt and it looks so awesome!!

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    • paintmepink
      Lindsay – Lemon Thistle
      October 3, 2018

      Thank you so much, Lindsay!! I wasn’t sure if it was going to look good, but I’m in love with how it turned out 🙂

      Reply
  • Krista
    October 2, 2018

    This is so cute Norma. You could even get the kids involved. Thanks for being a part of the Halloween Hop!

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  • Danielle
    October 2, 2018

    I don’t like sewing either. I hate measuring. Ha! Ha! But I love this bat pillow. It is sooooooo sweet!

    Reply
  • Jamie
    October 2, 2018

    This is amazing! I love how you made them 3D! Such a great idea, Norma.
    Hugs, Jamie

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  • leslie
    October 2, 2018

    The dimensional nature of this pillow is fantastic!!

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  • Jenn
    October 3, 2018

    I love this! So simple but such an impact!

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    • paintmepink
      Jenn
      October 3, 2018

      Hi Jenn! I’m so glad you like it!! Have a wonderful October sweetie 🙂

      Reply
  • Jo-Anna
    October 5, 2018

    How interesting that Japan doesn’t celebrate Halloween! And I’m with you…I’m not a sewer so these pillows are a perfect idea! I love how you made the bats 3D.

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    • paintmepink
      Jo-Anna
      October 8, 2018

      Thank you so much Jo-Anna! The 3D looks so neat in person, I hope you give this project a try! Happy Halloween sweetie!

      Reply
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