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Almost No-Sew Fleece Pillow

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Have some fleece scarves that have lost their original shape or usefullness? Why not transform it into a cozy fleece pillow for your couch!

Almost no sew pillow repurposed from scarf  #HandmadeXmas2016 - the boondocks blog

This is a fringed fleece scarf.  It has been pulled so much that it goes all the way down to my knees.  It was time to find another purpose for it other than taking up space in my dresser. 

fleece fringed scard, ALmost no-sew fleece pillow - The Boondocks blog

Basically I just folded the scarf and tie the fringes together. 

Tying the fringe, Almost no-sew fleece pillow - The Boondocks blog

​Here is what they look like.

Tied fringes, Almost no-sew fleece pillow - The Boondocks blog

It’s a little time consuming so you can watch something on tv while tying the fringe.  My choice for today was Vampire Diaries… because I have teens!

Tying up fringe, Almost no-sew fleee pillow - The Boondocks blog

​After tying all the fringe of one side I cut 1/3 of it. I refolded the 2/3rd and tied the bottom fringes.  The final step was to add the top part.

Cutting scarf into thirds, Almost no-sew fleece pillow - The Boondocks blog

And I had a pocket. You can do it any way at all, as long as you are  tying the fringes.  I did it this way because I wanted  that particular shape to my pillow.

 Forming a pocket, Almost no-sew fleece pillow - The Boondocks blog

I stuffed the pocket with a pillow, and closed it by sewing it.  Yes, my method was not a no-sew. You could also use  glue. 

A little sewing on top, Almost no-sew fleece pillow -  The boondocks Blog

And here is my almost no-sew fleece pillow. 

 Finished pillow, Almost no-sew fleece pillow - The boondocks Blog
Finished Pillow, Almost no-sew fleece pillow - The boondocks blog
Top of finished pillow, Almost no-sew fleece pillow - the boondocks blog
Fleece pillow, Almost no-sew fleece  pillow - The Boondocks blog
Fleece pillow, Almost no-sew fleece pillow - The boondocks blog

So I cheated a little, but at least now I’ve got a beautiful and cool almost no-sew fleece pillow to give as a Christmas gift.  Who am I kidding: I’m gonna keep it for myself. 

  1. That pillow looks very soft and comfortable. My son has a blanket and pillow in the same material and he loves it, especially in winter. Thank you for sharing!

    • Mary says:

      It is so soft and fluffy almost like a plush toy. I love the way it feels, now my kids have stolen it for their room.

  2. Life Loving says:

    This is a great idea to repurpose an old scarf. That’s very organised of you Mary to start on your Christmas presents already (even if you did keep this one yourself!)
    Sally @ Life Loving
    #LifeLovingLinkie

  3. Chris says:

    Adorable!!
    Thanks for sharing at Funtastic Friday!

  4. amy says:

    This is just too cute! Love it! TFS! Visiting from Make It Pretty Monday.

  5. Nikki says:

    Mary, what a great idea to make one gift the month so you’re not scrambling at Christmas time. I wish that I was more proactive in this area, especially when I’m up till all hours of the night on Christmas Eve, and while I’m sleeping through my first cup of coffee on Christmas morning. I love the creativity in this pillow it has such interesting texture and I love the way it looks. I think I need to go find myself a French scarf because I need one of these pillows ASAP!

    • Mary says:

      I cannot fool you Nikki, I am usually not one for doing Christmas so early but these ladies here have a great idea. And if I follow through with it, it’ll be a win-win for me. So why not. I’ll end up with a bunch of useful things for Christmas and if I am so inclined I may even give them as gifts.

  6. Betty says:

    Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop

  7. Ilka says:

    This is a great useful tutorial Mary for a no sew pillow. I’ll out it to use when I need it.

  8. This project looks warm and cozy! Thank you for sharing @Vintage Charm!

    • Mary says:

      I have to say Cecilia I was surprised that it turned out so well. Next time I’ll have to look at the scarves more carefully.

  9. Anna says:

    That’s so clever! If you didn’t have a scarf I suppose you could use a piece of fleece and cut a fringe in it yourself to tie together 🙂

    • Mary says:

      That was the original idea Anna. If you look at the link I’ve included you can see tht my friends originally made blankets out of fleece and just cut the fringes themselves. A very easy way to do it.

  10. Caroline says:

    A really good idea and fleece is always so cosy

  11. It’s a very cute pillow! Cath

  12. Kippi says:

    I love a great up-cycle. I would have never thought to use the scarf for a pillow. Looks great! Happy New Year, Kippi

  13. Bright says:

    This is super cool! I with I had thought of it! Its a shame you can’t reupholster an old chair by just tying knots in fleece!

    • Mary says:

      That would be a dream project indeed since typing knots is so much easier. Thanks for stopping by.

  14. So very cute. I don’t blame you for keeping it! I would too! thank you for sharing at Celebrate It!

  15. This pillow cover is such a cute idea, Mary! Love the soft fringe and I imagine it is super comfortable to snuggle up with on the sofa… 😉 Happily pinned. <3
    Happy New Year's hugs,
    Barb 🙂

  16. Diana says:

    What a great idea, Mary–I just love how your pillow turned out. I’ll be keeping my eye out for similar, fringed scarves, for sure! I’m partial to scarf crafts 🙂 Thanks for linking up your project with us at Vintage Charm–

  17. debbie says:

    I really love your pillow!!! Cutest thing ever.

  18. Amber Harrop says:

    I love this Pillow Mary I just need to find a scarf 🙂

  19. Leanna says:

    Great way to use up a scarf. The fringes are cute, I can see it on a little ones bed with some bird embroidered on it. Its really cute Mary.

    • Mary says:

      It has been sitting on my daughter’s bed for over a year now. I try to steal it every once in a while but she won’t let me.

  20. Marci Vaughn says:

    How clever! What a great re purpose for the scarf! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures

  21. Julie says:

    Another great project made using something you already have – and what a difference!
    I like to make Christmas gifts all year so it’s not a mad rush but then people keep going and having birthdays which messes up my cunning plans! Or worse, like you I decide to keep it for myself.

  22. Mary, so smart to get started on Christmas now! This is brilliant! I love how cozy and soft it looks…a perfect gift (or keeper!). 😀

    • Mary says:

      Michele, when I heard of this idea I thought it was crazy to start planning for Christmas from now. But once I started on this project I realized the benefits. So it looks I’ll be following along with the rest of my blogging friends.

  23. Such a great idea! I love a fringy pillow! I’ll have to make a few of these. I have so many pillow forms and no Idea what to do with them all!

    • Mary says:

      Thanks so much T’onna! This is an easy pillow to make and you’ll be able to use up those forms!

  24. what an awesome idea! Great way to upcycled that scarf. I love all the fringe too and I would so totally keep this for myself!! Thanks for sharing the tute and inspiration with us!

    • Mary says:

      Thank you Millie for that awesome idea!! It was your original post that gave me that light bulb moment! Let’s see what’s in store for this month.

  25. krista says:

    You have me beat! My family makes fun of me for starting my Christmas shopping so early, usually in July or August, but then I am finish before the craziness of Black Friday begins. I really like this pillow – I wasn’t sure how you were going to pull it off but of course, as always, you did.

    • Mary says:

      Krista this is my first time doing something like this. I must admit when I first heard about this I thought it was a little crazy, but now that I’ve started I can see the benefits involved and it is a lot of fun.

  26. Mary, The pillow looks amazing. I don’t blame you for keeping this one. You have enough time to make another one for Christmas.

    • Mary says:

      Debra, I hope to be busy doing all of the crafts from this blog hop and then be done with my Chirstmas gifts for myself… um, for my loved ones!

  27. Pili says:

    Your pillow is so cute Mary!! I have a scarf from my husband and you gave me an idea!! Love the sweater pillow you have behind too!

    • Mary says:

      I’m always happy to give inspiration Pili! Go grab your husband’s scarf and create magic!!

      • Pili says:

        I totally forgot about this but I’m not sure if my hubby still has his scarf… what I have are some blankets from our international plane trips… I know, I should be ashamed but can’t help it

  28. Leanne says:

    Hi Mary – what a great way to re-purpose an old favourite! I love how soft and cosy this looks. I Stumbled your post for future reference! Thanks for sharing at our #OverTheMoon link up ~ Leanne 🙂

    • Mary says:

      Thanks Leanne. I like how it turned out so much. I took it ouside to the balcony to photograph it and the wind was blowing. My daughter was listening to a song and it had these lyrics about “Farah Faucet Hair” and I thought about how my pillow had her hair too! Now why am I telling you all this? Lol!!

  29. Okay, this is seriously clever Mary and I absolutely love the look of your pillow! What a great idea for a blog hop and I like that by the time December rolls along you’ll have 12 gifts ready to wrap. After seeing your pillow, I think if it were me, I would have 12 new gifts for myself! LOL

    • Mary says:

      Marie, you are so right lol!! We’ll have to see how many of those gifts I’m actually going to give! By the looks of it, these projects are so nice I won’t want to give any away or I’ll have to make doubles.

  30. Keri says:

    Mary, this is a fantastic way to make homemade Christmas gifts, once a month!! I love your pillow!! It’s a great way to repurpose a scarf!! It’s a beautiful pillow and I don’t blame you for keeping it for yourself!! 😉

    • Mary says:

      Keri, there is nothing like joining a group to help your motivation right? I literally came up with this a week ago and made it in a matter of hours. And yes it’s a keeper!

  31. That is so cool, Mary! You never cease to surprise me with your projects 🙂

    • Mary says:

      Jas, this one came to me after I saw a friend do something similar. Now it has become my favorite pillow in the house. Oh, how crazy can we get to have fav pillows!

  32. Mimi says:

    Mary, I adore that shade of blue. What a pretty result! Mimi xxx

  33. Kim says:

    Love your monthly idea! You ladies,are so organized. Pretty pillow!

    • Mary says:

      Kim, by the time December rolls around I’ll be all set, if I don’t keep everything for myself.

  34. Laurie says:

    Mary, The pillow turned out very nicely! One of the things I love about blogging is seeing and getting inspiration from so many talented ladies. Thanks for sharing with us at Brag About It!
    ~Laurie

  35. Celeste says:

    Oh my gosh, Mary, you are so ahead of the game! Christmas gifts already? Talk about organized! I love how you turned a scarf into a pillow! It looks quite comfy!

  36. Mary, This DIY pillow is such a clever idea! I would have never thought of making a pillow from a scarf, and I am always remaking my pillows. I am pinning and sharing on facebook. I love it!!

    • Mary says:

      I’ve gotta admit, it was a brain storm for me. It just sort of hit me as I was staring at the scarf. And I put the idea together with my friend’s original blanket tutorial.

  37. Daphne says:

    Good Afternoon Mary, When I read that you had joined a Christmas Blog Hop, I thought I must have arrived at the wrong page and then when I went on to read, I thought what a brilliant idea. To make one Christmas gift per month is such a good idea. At the moment I am making a Christmas quilt for my daughter, which is almost finished, so that is my first gift…. I’ll have to think of others…. and I can think of a friend who will love your fleece pillow…. it is a brilliant idea.
    I smiled when you said you were watching Vampire Diaries because you have teenagers at home…. it was the same for me when our daughters were teenagers, I watched all sorts of things which I wouldn’t normally watch, but it was fun watching with the girls.
    Have a lovely day.
    Best Wishes
    Daphne

    • Mary says:

      Daphne, that’s what I had said too when they proposed this to me… isn’t it too early for Christmas. And yet, here I am making gifts from now. And I’m so thankful for the blog hop because it really helps to have someone cracking the whip so it will all be done by the time Christmas rolls around. And you see, we’re not so crazy after all, A quilt takes time and you’re almost finished! Thanks so much for dropping in. Btw, we are now watching War and Peace on bbc! Really great and they have the time to tell it well because it’s a mini-series.

  38. roma says:

    What a fantastic idea

  39. This is such a clever and awesome idea, Mary!

  40. Katrin says:

    HA! This is so so clever Mary! I would have never ever thought of doing this. It looks so cool, like a store bought pillow you would pay $30 for! I love the idea, and the fleece and fringes are perfect for winter decor and Christmas! What a clever idea also to start now planning for Christmas! I’m always late with preparing for this although I’m a pretty organized one, but good to have you for all the ideas 😉 Now to find a scarf like this one!!!
    I love the photos btw.!!! Have a great Monday, friend!!!

    • Mary says:

      Thanks so much Katrin! I have those wonderful ladies from the blog hop to thank for giving me this idea! You see how they did theirs? They had to create a fringe, while I already had one.

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