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DIY Marquee Pillow

Get creative with you home decor and design your own DIY marquee pillow!

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Marquee signs are ALL the rage right now! Whether it’s a word, monogram, sign, or symbol, it seems like everyone is ready to jump on the marquee bandwagon.

And why not? They can be easily customized to your home decor and a fun accent.

Today I’m going to show you how to make a Marquee Pillow.

I use the term marquee loosely as this technically does not use large bulbs in the signage, but it is a lit signage all the same.

And it is easier to create than you might think! You easily use any color and create any word. Or even a monogram!

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You need a few key supplies:

I also used red glitter glue but, depending on what you create, you may not need it or can use something else to mask the on/off knob.

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This strand of LED lights is 34″ long and super bright.

You can find them in the floral department at most craft supply stores. The end with the battery pack twists to turn on and off.

Thread the lights into the end of the mesh ribbon. The lights are on a wire so this will be very simple to do.

Once the lights are in trim the ribbon and glue the end shut with the Beacon’s while trying to keep the round shape the tubing. This is mainly to prevent fraying.

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Glue the other end of the ribbon to the battery pack with the Beacon’s adhesive.

Use the red glitter glue to “color” the battery pack. Apply it to the top and sides, making sure to avoid where the two parts come together to twist to turn the lights on and off.

Allow several hours to dry.

This will allow the battery pack to blend in better on the pillow.

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Place a long strip of washi tape across the pillow to line up where you are going to place your word.

Washi tape is not super sticky so it won’t pull the fibers of the pillow when you take it off later.

Practice spelling out the word on the pillow with the ribbon so you have an idea of how large your letters need to be.

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The next step in the process will take some time but, trust me, it is totally worth it!

Use the E-6000 to apply the ribbon to the pillow.

Work in small increments, about 4-5″ at a time and keep pressure on the ribbon.

Wait until each section is mostly dry before moving on. It takes time. It’s a great time to catch up on your DVR!

When the E-6000 is 100% cured you will not have to worry about people brushing against the pillow or evening resting on it. That ribbon will not move at all!

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Make sure that the battery pack is twisted so that it is just shy of turning the lights on.

Glue the base of the battery pack to the pillow. The ribbon will flex to twist the battery pack to turn the lights on and off.

You can also add any accents to the pillow that you might like with the glitter glue.

Remove the washi tape and allow several hours for your pillow to completely “cure.”

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The pillow is pretty fun with the lights off and a unique accent for your home decor.

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But won’t your guests be in for a fun surprise when you turn the marquee’s lights on!

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And here is a side-by-side look at the DIY marquee pillow.

It’s a fun and unique accent for your home and can easily be customized to your own needs and color scheme.

 
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>> See where I party! <<

 

 

This post was originally shared in April, 2015.

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Chas Greener

Wednesday 13th of February 2019

This is such a cute pillow and could be left up all year around. Isn't everything better with lights?!!! Thanks for sharing.

Lisa // Cucicucicoo: Eco Sewing & Crafting

Tuesday 12th of February 2019

That is SUCH a cool idea! I have lots of pillows in our home, but none that light up! Love it! :) Lisa

Kristi Dominguez

Monday 11th of February 2019

This is so fun! What a cool idea!

Debra

Sunday 10th of February 2019

What a fun pillow! Thanks for sharing at the Snickerdoodle Create Bake Make Party.

Theresa @DearCreatives

Wednesday 29th of April 2015

Just love this project! Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party @DearCreatives! Pinned & shared. Hope to see you again soon.

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