Festive Holiday Pillow Covers with Dimensional HTV (Using Scraps!)

The holidays are the perfect time to get creative — but they can also be a season when craft supplies (and budgets) stretch thin. That’s why we love projects that let us repurpose scraps from past creations into something new and beautiful! In this post, we’ll show you how we transformed leftover HTV into holiday-ready pillow covers that sparkle, shine, and bring plenty of cozy vibes.

Why Use Scraps?

If you’re a maker, you know the feeling — those small pieces of HTV left behind after cutting. They might not be large enough for a t-shirt design, but they’re perfect for smaller projects like:

• Accent details in designs
  
  
• Layered holiday graphics
  
  
• Seasonal décor pieces like pillow covers, stockings, or ornaments
  
  

Using scraps not only saves money, but it also reduces waste and helps you get the most out of your materials. Plus, it challenges you to mix textures and colors in creative new ways.

Mystery Boxes are a great way to try different HTV types

Our Materials

For this project, we used a festive design from Creative Fabrica and pulled together scraps from our past project (Here is the link for our design) 

• Glitter HTV  — for sparkle and shine
  
  
• Puff HTV  — for soft, dimensional effects
  
  
• Flock HTV  — for that velvety, luxe finish

These three dimensional HTVs bring a ton of personality to even the simplest design.

The Process

1. Choose Your Design
   We picked a seasonal design that works well with layering textures — think trees, ornaments, or festive lettering.
   
   
2. Sort Through Your Scraps
   Match your leftover pieces to different parts of the design. Glitter for stars, puff for snow, flock for lettering — the possibilities are endless.
   
   
3. Cut & Press
   Since you’re working with scraps, make sure to size and place your pieces carefully before cutting. Then press layer by layer, following the recommended heat settings for each HTV type.
   
   
4. Finish & Fluff
   Once your design is fully pressed, fluff up that pillow insert, slide it in, and admire your festive new décor piece!

Perfect for Gifting or Decorating

These holiday pillow covers make thoughtful, handmade gifts for friends and family. Or, if you’re decorating your own space, they add a cozy, custom touch to couches, chairs, and guest rooms.

And the best part? You didn’t need to buy all-new materials — you gave your scraps a second life!

Pillow Covers 

Final Thoughts

When it comes to seasonal décor, it’s all about creativity and resourcefulness. By using leftover glitter, puff, and flock HTV, you can create pillow covers that are not only festive but also budget-friendly and eco-conscious.

So before you toss those scraps — think again! They might just be the start of your next holiday masterpiece.