If you want to relax grab this pillow, push it against your mouth, scream and then take a deep breath. The lavender and chamomile will help you melt that stress right away. You also don't have to stress about this DIY because it is so easy to make.
Ok, if you are a human being you stress. I've seen kindergardeners stress about their shoes not matching their pants. You get born into this world and BOOM stress hits you in the form of a nurse slapping your ass. Yes, some of us stress more that others but unless you live under a rock you stress, and not even, you would totally be stressing about living under a rock!
For us in Education the beginning of the school year is filled with tears, joy, confusion, uncertainty but above all, STRESS. One of us was having a particularly stressful week so I decided to do something nice for her. A stress relief pack and this pillow was the star of the show.
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| I added Chamomile tea, Lavender Potpourri and bubble wrap |
Now lets talk about chamomile and lavender. These are two essential oils you need in your life. Their range of usages is amazing and never ending. Chamomile has been proven to not only help you relax but help people with depression and anxiety (read all about it here). Think of all the side effects you can skip. I personally love chamomile tea, its a triple whammy. It helps with my anxiety, sinus problems and migraines. Lavender helps with restlessness, nervousness and insomnia. All symptoms of stress. There are many studies about lavender too, it is proven to decrease anxiety specially in women. Don't over do it and keep in mind that Chamomile and Lavender used as aromatherapy or by mouth may increase the amount of drowsiness when taken in combination with pharmaceutical medications such as benzodiazepines (Xanax, Ativan, Valium), narcotics such as codeine, or certain antidepressants. If you’re taking prescription medications, consult with a health care practitioner.
Now lets get to the making. This DIY was super easy, relaxing and kind of fun. I started watching something on Netflix and then went on a sewing trance and everything else disappeared.
Materials:
- Any fabric- Scissors
- Thread or fabric glue
- Needle
- Pencil or pen
- Embroidery Floss (a.k.a. friendship bracelet string)
- Yarn needle
- Scraps of fabric or any pillow filling
Steps:
- Fold the fabric on itself and cut the desired shape of the pillow allowing about 1/2 inch more to sew or glue on each side. I went for rectangle because it was the easiest. It can be any fabric.
- Turn and fold the fabric so the design is on the inside and sew or glue leaving a gap in one of the corners. I drew lines as a guide so I wouldn't forget to stop.
- Turn the fabric inside out, now you should have your basic pillow shape.
- Draw the words Scream Here with a dotted line. If you mess up you can use acetone and a Qtip to fix it.
- Sew with the floss following the dotted line. I decided to go with a contrasting color but you can go with more relaxing colors.
- Soak the filling and pillow with a relaxing spray or make your own by mixing a few drops of chamomile and lavender essential oils in water. I got my Peace Potion Spray at Sears and this is my third bottle. I put it in my pillows and it smells amazing it helps me fake fanci on a spa level. You can get it here.
- Once dry fill the pillow with the stuffing using the aperture we left. I used fabric scraps because I felt the scent would last longer.
- Sew the open edge up and you are all done. Now scream!
I hope this helps you relax and be as happy as you can be.
I truly wish you all have a wonderful day and lots of good vibes.
