Need a break from the daily stress? Then why not treat yourself to a moment with a relaxing yoga eye pillow filled with flax seeds and lavender? This soft pillow is pleasing not only to the eyes but also to your senses. The filling of flax seeds and lavender emits an aromatic scent that calms, uplifts the mood, and can relieve headaches. Whether for meditating, relaxing in the bathtub, or simply unwinding after a busy day, this pillow is your ideal companion for a moment of relaxation.
Materials Needed:
- Sewing pattern for eye pillows (available for free in our store)
- Fabric scraps for the cover and lining
- Webbing tape (optional) as a label
- About 100 grams of flax seeds
- About 10 grams of dried lavender
- Lavender oil (optional)
- Sewing thread
- Pins
- Ruler
- Washable marker
- Sewing needles
- Sewing machine
Step 1: Fabric Cutting
- Use the sewing pattern to cut two pieces of fabric for the pillow cover and two pieces of fabric for the lining.
- Make sure to mark the location of the opening on one of the lining pieces.
Step 2: Decoration (optional)
- If desired, add a woven ribbon label to one of the fabric pieces before sewing. Pin it in place and sew it on.
Step 3: Assembly
- Place the two fabric pieces for the cover with right sides together, and do the same with the lining pieces.
- Pin the fabric pieces together, leaving a small opening on one side for turning.
Step 4: Stitching
- Sew around the pillow, leaving a seam allowance of approximately 1 cm. Don’t forget to leave the opening for turning.
- Cut the corners and curved edges to reduce bulk.
Step 5: Filling
- Turn the pillow right side out through the opening.
- Fill the pillow with the flax seeds and lavender.
- You can also add a few drops of lavender oil for a stronger aroma, if desired.
Step 6: Closure
- Close the opening by hand using an invisible stitch or with the sewing machine.
Mixing Flax Seeds and Lavender: Mix the flax seeds with the dried lavender in a bowl. If you want a stronger lavender scent, you can add 1 to 5 drops of lavender oil.
The lavender oil should be of high quality, otherwise it could irritate the skin. Unfortunately, some discount stores sell low-quality lavender oil or mix it with other oils. If you want to use lavender oil for aromatherapy or to soften the skin, make sure to use good-quality lavender oil.
Filling and Closing the Eye Pillow
Now that your eye pillow is filled and the opening is closed, it’s ready to be used! Enjoy moments of relaxation and tranquility with your new relaxation accessory. Whether meditating, relaxing in the bathtub, or simply taking a break after a hectic day, this soothing eye pillow will accompany you with its gentle lavender scent and light pressure on the eyes.
Follow these simple steps to sew your own yoga eye pillow, customize it according to your fabric preferences, and enjoy the relaxing benefits of lavender and flax seeds with each use. Have fun sewing and relaxing!
