Have you been wanting to try hand painting on fabric as I have for a while? This easy DIY throw pillow cover project was just perfect for this idea!

I used my Ikonart Stencil making machine to make my floral stencil because my freehand needs work and I wanted this throw pillow cover to be really good. If you don’t have one yet you can use my affiliate code: amysadler to get a 15% discount.

I hope that this post shows you how easy it is to create handmade, high-impact DIY’s with the Ikonart Stencil Maker because it is such a game-changer in my projects.

Easy DIY ThRow pillow covers

Supplies

Speedball Black Ink
Clipart or Art work for your stencil
Acrylic paint colors of choice
Throw Pillow cover – I got mine at Hobby Lobby half off it was $2.50
Ikonart Stencil Kit (Code:amysadler) – The kit comes with everything you need to start making stencils immediately
Pillow form

how to make an easy diy throw pillow cover

Find Your Artwork
I got mine on etsy (here) but I have also made my own in Procreate and Canva for text.
Create Your Stencil
Follow the instructions for making your stencil here.
Protecting Your Pillow Cover
Insert a piece of cardboard or something to stop your paint from going through to the backside of your pillow cover. I used a dollar tree canvas board.
Place Stencil on Pillow Cover
When your stencil is ready, place it on your throw pillow cover where you want it.
Applying Ink Over Stencil
Use speedball black ink and “scrape” it over your stencil.
Scaping on the Ink
I wanted a vintage look so I didn’t press my ink in hard.
Peel and Rinse Your Stencil
Peel your stencil and place it in a bucket of water if you can’t rinse it in the sink immediately.
Let Ink Dry + Choose Paint
While the speedball ink is drying, choose the colors of acrylic paint for your project.
Prepping Acrylic Paint
Use an artist tray with a place for water or have a cup of water close
Water Down Paint
Dip your paint brush in water and add water to your paint color so that it is watered down significantly.
Start Painting and Have Fun
Paint your throw pillow cover with the watered down paint just like a coloring book
Voila!
Let the paint dry then display it beautifully in your home!