A Fun Pillow Project!

Have you ever made pillow people? My sister and I made these one summer while visiting our Grandma. Isn't that always where the fun happens?! As you can see, you need a couple of old pillow cases, magic markers, overalls, long sleeved shirts and some kind of stuffing for the arms (tissue paper, newspaper, even socks! whatever you have on hand). Don't forget your camera! I was probably around 10 yrs old when we did this and I'm so glad to have a photo of this great memory.

To start, draw a funny face or your own face if you want, in pencil using only 2/3 of the pillow (you need to leave part of it blank to tuck in). Be sure and add details like hair, glasses, teeth, eyelashes, etc. It's up to you if you want to do the back as well, I think we skipped it in our excitement to put them on!

When you're finished with your pillow case, you'll need a little help putting everything on. First stuff the sleeves of the shirts, you may need rubberbands to hold stuffing in place. Now wrap the shirt around your waist - make sure the collar starts at your waist - and button it up as high as you can to keep it in place. Now pull up your overalls, tucking the shirt in and placing the cuffs in the pockets. It's been awhile since I've done this, so I'm not sure if you'll need a few safety pins to help hold everything together...you'll have to experiment. It looks like we stuffed the bib area as well.

Now for the real trick! Fold your arms over your head and let your helper pull your pillowcase over your head and tuck it in to your shirt. Now you're ready to have your photo taken! And maybe add some video too! Your arms will get tired so make sure your cameras are ready before you start. I would love to see what you come up with if you try this so please send me your photos and I'll post them!

Have a great day and keep on treasure hunting!