The Y2K retro style is everywhere right now, and what fits better than cheerful smiley pillows? The idea for this project came about because smileys simply bring joy—whether in a child’s room, a teen’s space, or a first apartment. With three different smiley designs and a simple shape, the pillow is a true highlight for many different spaces.

The instructions are perfect for beginners with some sewing experience and require only basic appliqué knowledge. If you’re new to appliqué, you can purchase a beginner’s guide from me. One of the best features is the flexibility: The appliqué templates and plotter files (in PNG, SVG, and PDF formats) for three smileys are included, allowing you to easily customize the design to your taste. If you love bold colors, feel free to experiment—the brighter, the better!

For the pillow, I recommend soft and skin-friendly materials like fleece, teddy, faux fur, or poplin. With the right interfacing, you can ensure the stuffing stays in place and doesn’t show through the fabric.

• Cheerful Retro Design: Three smiley variations to brighten your day.
• Quick and Easy: Perfect for beginners with basic sewing skills.
• Fully Equipped: Includes pattern, appliqué templates, and plotter files (PNG, SVG, PDF).
• Versatile Use: Great for any kid’s room, teen’s room, or first apartment.

Size: approx. 25 x 25 cm

What You Need

Materials:

• Fabric: 66 x 33 cm
• Non-woven interlining/interfacing (optional)
• Fabric scraps for the appliqué
• Stuffing
• Sewing thread

Tools:

• Sewing machine
• Scissors
• Pins
• Measuring tool
• Iron
• Chalk or marker

What you get

• Illustrated step-by-step instructions: Detailed instructions with clear pictures for easy implementation.
• Tips and Tricks: Useful hints to get the most out of your project.
• A4 / Letter (US) Patterns Including Seam Allowances: Precise patterns that include all necessary seam allowances.
• Cutting Plan: A clear plan to help you cut out the fabric pieces.

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