Latch hook projects are fun and relaxing and you can do so much with them when they are done. You can make rugs, wall hangings and pillows. It doesn't take very long to do and you will have your own personal pillow around for a long time. Only a little materials is needed, as well as the ability to sew in a straight line.
Instructions
1. Measure your latch hook project. If you haven't bound the edges yet, don't. If you have that's ok, too. It's just a different procedure. #xD;If you haven't bound the edges yet, measure the whole project laid out flat and cut two pieces of material that size. If you have already bound the edges, cut two pieces of material about 2 inches larger on all sides, than your project.
2. Sew the first piece of material on to the latch hook canvas with the right side of the material facing the wrong side of the latch hook project. Sew as close to your yarn as possible on all four sides. If your project is not square, cut the canvas about one inch away from your border, leaving the same shape as your project. Then sew on piece of material in the same shape, in the manner above.
3. Place your second piece of material with the right side facing the yarn part of your project. Make sure your yarn is pushed toward the center so it does not get caught in the stitching. Sew as close to the yarn as you can with a tight stitch. When you get to the last side stop and lock stitch half way through. If your doing a project that is not square, do the same thing leaving enough room to turn your pillow right side out. This takes a little more room than a regular pillow to get the yarn and canvas through.
4. Turn your pillow right side out and stuff. Get it as full as you can or desire and hand stitch the remaining open area. By using the piece of material behind your canvas, you won't have to worry about the stuffing coming through.
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