Okay, so I’ve been seeing these “Thai triangle pillows” everywhere, and they looked super comfy. I finally caved and decided to try making one myself. I mean, how hard could it be, right? Famous last words.
Getting Started
First, I looked up some pictures online. Just to get a feel for the shape and size. They seemed pretty straightforward – a triangle attached to a rectangular base. Easy peasy, or so I thought.
Then I grabbed some fabric scraps I had lying around. I figured I’d do a test run before using the “good” fabric. This was a smart move, let me tell you.
The Sewing Begins (and Ends… Quickly)
I started by cutting out the basic shapes. A triangle, a rectangle… you get the idea. I’m not the best at drawing the line, so my line was a bit rough. Anyway I still cut it down.
Then I tried to sew them together. Emphasis on tried. My sewing machine and I have a… complicated relationship. Let’s just say the thread got tangled, the needle got bent, and I got frustrated. Pretty sure I invented a few new curse words.
Round Two: Hand-Sewing
Okay, so the machine was out. Time for plan B: hand-sewing. I’m not great at it, but I figured it couldn’t be worse than my machine-sewing attempt. I grabbed a needle and thread, put on some music, and got to work.
It was slow going. Really slow. And my stitches were… well, let’s just say they weren’t exactly professional-looking. But hey, at least I was making progress! I mean, I was sewing something that vaguely resembled a triangle pillow.
Stuffing and Shaping
After what felt like an eternity, I finally had the basic shape sewn together. Time for stuffing! I used some old pillow stuffing I had saved. I shoved it in there, trying to get the triangle part nice and firm. Then I try to made the base part filled.
It… kinda worked. It was definitely lumpy. And the triangle wasn’t exactly perfectly shaped. But it was starting to look like something you could actually rest your head on. So it is not bad, just a little bit ugly.
The Finished Product (Sort Of)
Finally, after a lot of sweat (and maybe a few tears), I had a finished Thai pillow! It was far from perfect, mind you. The seams were wonky, the shape was a bit off, and it was definitely more “rustic” than “chic.”
But you know what? I made it! And it’s actually pretty comfortable. I might not be winning any sewing awards, but I’m proud of my lumpy, imperfect, handmade Thai pillow. It’s proof that even someone with limited sewing skills (like me!) can create something (somewhat) functional and cozy.
So, yeah, that’s my Thai pillow adventure. Would I do it again? Maybe. But next time, I might just buy one. And save my time.
