I am so excited to share this DIY kids pouf tutorial with you! I worked with Birch Fabrics to show off the re-release of their Circa 52 collection. I was envisioning a cuter version of the carpet squares our library uses for ‘sitting spots’ during story time and my son picked up on it right away, grabbing a book and plopping down.
[Birch Fabrics provided the fabrics and paid me for my time; all opinions are my own]
I used 4 Birch fabrics: Birch Organics Mod Basics in Solid Orange, Birch Organics Mod Basics in Shroom, Birch Organics Circa 52 in Tree Stripes Shroom, & Birch Organics Mod Basics in Woodland Friends. You can find them all on Etsy! A pouf was the first thing that I sewed and felt proud of (you can see it here), so I’m excited to make one again, they’re such a fun project.
If you like this post, check out these others while you’re here:
- How to make a floor pouf – 12 different DIY poufs
- 12+ Best DIY Floor Pillow Tutorials
- 25+ quilts to sew for kids
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If you’re new to hand sewing, you can check out this post of great beginner embroidery supplies.
I made two poufs, one with a squirrel applique and one with hand-stitched “tree rings”. They are sewn on with super simple hand sewing stitches (videos showing how in that post), this is an easy beginner sewing project! You could also skip the fusible fleece & fabric scrap filling to make these throw pillows instead.
Doesn’t he fit on there just perfectly? For reference, he is an average sized 2 year old. We use these in our big basement playroom, adding a simple rug transforms a boring corner into an inviting reading nook. If you need reading inspiration, check out these two different posts where I matched up free sewing patterns with beloved children’s books – round 1 and round 2.
Do your kids love poufs and pillows as much as mine do? Let me know what your favorite pattern is and go see the full tutorial for this project at Birch Fabrics.
Pin this diy kid’s pouf tutorial for later, here:
Carla
Thursday 3rd of April 2025
where is the totorial? I did sign up for your emails, and I wanted to make the log sitting cousion...
Stephanie - Swoodson Says
Thursday 3rd of April 2025
I found it on their new site, I'll fix my link in the post too :) https://birchfabrics.com/free-pdf-pattern-log-slice-pouf-by/
Stephanie - Swoodson Says
Thursday 3rd of April 2025
Hi Carla! This is a super old project - and the tutorial was for another company so it lives on their site. I see that the photos aren't working so I'm going to email them about that but here it is! http://birchfabrics.blogspot.com/2015/02/free-pdf-pattern-log-slice-pouf-by.html
Shirley
Monday 1st of April 2024
I’m not seeing the downloadable pattern anywhere!! Can you send it?
Stephanie - Swoodson Says
Monday 1st of April 2024
hi Shirley! The actual file is on Birch's website -- https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B01Og4Djb62ESlB5NTZtU1RLaVU/view?usp=sharing as is the tutorial :) http://birchfabrics.blogspot.com/2015/02/free-pdf-pattern-log-slice-pouf-by.html
Sherree
Sunday 29th of November 2020
Hello! The pouf is adorable, and now that I have a grandson, I wanted to make one. However, I can't find the Pouf Tutorial. Is there a link for it? No longer available?
Thank you!
Stephanie - Swoodson Says
Sunday 29th of November 2020
Hi Sherree! It is linked in the post - http://birchfabrics.blogspot.com/2015/02/free-pdf-pattern-log-slice-pouf-by.html :)
Linda Mattsson
Tuesday 23rd of February 2016
First, thank you so much for posting this tutorial! The poufs will look fabulous in my daughter's room and I can't wait to get started. I also wanted to ask, where did you get the rug that's in the pictures? I'm on the hunt for a new rug to her room and I really love the green/blue color as well as the pattern.
Thanks a lot!!! Linda
Stephanie - Swoodson Says
Tuesday 23rd of February 2016
Hi Linda! Awesome, I'd love to see them if you make some. I wish I could be of help, but the rug is from Urban Outfitters a few years back and they definitely don't have it any more :(
Debra Sherman
Friday 22nd of January 2016
Thanks so much for sharing your pattern and tutorial. I had so much fun making these for a future nursery/playroom for my grandchildren. I will send you a picture of the ones I made if that is ok, I could not figure out how to attach to this message. Thanks Again, Debbie Sherman/ Oregon