Well, actually it should read: Pillow Sham to Pillow Comfy… but that doesn’t sound very good {ha}. Today I have a fun sewing project where I’m going to show you how I took the sham that came with my sons circo boys bedding
, and turned it into TWO great pillow cases… and the best part.. I used all fabric that I had on hand. Bonus points for using up the stash!
, and turned it into TWO great pillow cases… and the best part.. I used all fabric that I had on hand. Bonus points for using up the stash!
I started with this sham…had never been used… my four year old doesn’t really “do” decorative pillows on his bed! {he takes after his mom… I don’t either!}
I cut out the car and the truck and also took off the car print backing {not pictured}and turned one… into two!
I used a flannel with stars for the main part and added a bit of the blue car print along the edge. I had some red flannel left from a baby blanket, which I used for the road. All the fabric is soft and snuggly… either side can be slept on… 
They like their new pillow cases alot! Sometimes after I make something they don’t seem impressed, but they have been loving these. {score!}
So… they don’t really sleep in the same bed… that was just the blog photoshoot…I snapped these pictures one night when they really were sleeping… don’t all kids look so sweet and innocent when they are sleeping? {can be deceptive!} You can see they have each chosen a different side to sleep on… one on the front and one on the back.
They were pretty helpful for the photo shoot… although it took us awhile to get going…
And we got a decent one… {before things took a turn for the crazy}
Yes, I did make the matching Pjs! They are from Nap Time Crafters the Alex and Anna Pjs pattern.
Next Step:
When I am back near fabric stores this summer I plan to take this crib size quilt… cut it apart and make it a twin size.
Then we should have two set of coordinating {not matching} bedding for the boys.
This was a fun sewing makeover and I can’t wait to do the quilt too.
Did you see my post about the boys transportation room? Or the printables HERE and HERE that I made for them {you can have for FREE}… When I was on So You Think You’re Crafty I also did a clock for them on thrift store week.
Did you see my post about the boys transportation room? Or the printables HERE and HERE that I made for them {you can have for FREE}… When I was on So You Think You’re Crafty I also did a clock for them on thrift store week.
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karen@somewhatquirky says
What a great idea! You’re a woman after my own heart! (I was going to say sewer but realized that sew-er as in a person who sews seems to be spelled the same as sewer, as in where toilet water goes) Your boys are precious!
Carrie @ My Favorite Finds says
This is so cute! Your boys are too funny with their fake sleeping! Thanks for sharing at Pinworthy Projects.
anu says
Very cute. Love all the pics with your boys. 🙂