Custom Throw Pillows
Made with
Your Fabric or Ours
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Handcrafted in
Greensboro, NC

Handcrafted
Throw Pillows, Bedding, Window Treatments &
Seat Cushions

Your intended use and location drive our pillow fabric recommendations.

• • Outdoor pillows and pillows in sunrooms or near south/west facing windows need UV protection for fade-resistance.
  
  Indoor-outdoor fabrics are made specifically for locations with strong sun exposure. Read PRO TIP for our answer to what’s the best outdoor fabric for your project.

• • Great room sectional pillows
  where kids and pets play and lounge require different stain-resistance, care
  requirements, and durability (higher double rub counts) than formal living room accent pillows. Washable or spot-cleanable performance fabrics are best for high-traffic family spaces, while dry clean or vacuum/brush only materials suit light-use furniture and less frequently used rooms.

• • Breakfast nook and banquette
  pillows remain stylish and stain-free with daily use when performance and/or indoor-outdoor fabrics with 30,000+ double rubs are utilized.

We know which attractive materials fail in high-traffic applications and which fabrics maintain their plush hand-feel and sophisticated style regardless of daily use or direct sun exposure. This knowledge ensures you'll enjoy your pillows for years to come and only need to change them out when you're ready to introduce new colors or patterns.

PRO TIP: Not all performance and outdoor
materials are created equally. Look for "fiber-level treatment" since it permanently integrates properties (like color, stain-resistance, and/or fade-resistance) into the fiber's polymer structure during manufacturing.
Unlike topical coatings, fiber-level treatment does not wear or wash off.
Crypton, Crypton Outdoor, Sunbrella and Thibaut InsideOut use fiber-level
treatment. Solution dying is a type of fiber-level treatment and acrylic is the
most durable outdoor fabric—solution dyed acrylic fabrics are the best choice
for pillows and upholstery where strong sun exposure is an issue.

Our pattern placement and fabric yield optimization ensure you get the appropriate number and size of pillows for your space without sacrificing visual appeal. Whether we're working with your materials, remnants, designer fabric from our in-studio collection, or materials we recommend or source for you, we have the same goal for every project maximize both aesthetic impact and real-world performance.

Need additional materials or complementary trims? We can supplement any materials you already have through our in-studio fabric
collection and/or trade-level sourcing connections, providing seamless
coordination across your entire pillow grouping.

Already have some pillows you love? We assess how new pillows can coordinate with your current pillows and décor, pulling colors from artwork or rugs, and building intentional arrangements that pull the whole room together rather than competing with pillows, furniture or other décor elements.

Planning updates across multiple décor elements?
→ Our Handcrafted Custom Home Furnishings Design Services coordinate fabric selection, design, and fabrication across pillows, bedding, window treatments, and seat cushions—creating cohesive results whether you're planning an inspiring home office or seamless indoor-outdoor living spaces.
→ Learn more Handcrafted
Custom Home Furnishing Design Services

We don't just make individual pillows—we build mix and match pillow groupings. Whether you need:

• • 3-pillow or 5-pillow combinations for a sofa, or 5-7 pillow arrangements for sectionals with proper corner placement

• • Layered king bed pillow arrangements—from minimalist 3-pillow setups to luxe 9-pillow hotel-style looks

• • Coordinated outdoor pillow groupings for front porch benches, poolside chaises, and screened porch sofas and chairs

We understand the pillow quantity, size / shape, pattern proportions, color balance, and texture mixing that creates stylish, intentional looks rather than random collections. See our Pillow Sizing & Arrangement Guides for go-to advice tailored to your specific furniture—from small loveseats to oversized sectionals, twin beds to king-size beds.

Our guides include sizing for square, lumbar, and bolster pillows plus detailed arrangement options. We pair this advice with blog posts showing pillow grouping diagrams—from simple, uncluttered looks to plush arrangements that layer color, pattern, and texture.

Whether you follow the 60-30-10 rule (60% solids, 30% medium patterns, 10% bold prints) or prefer a different balance, we advise you choose combinations that personalize your room and express your authentic style. When mixing and matching patterns, vary the scale. Textured materials add interest without competing with patterned prints. Join Our Insider List to never miss a new guide launch or blog post.

Sumptuously plump pillow inserts provide that sought-after high-end designer appearance, hold the iconic karate chop, and allow you to sink into them while still feeling supported. We typically recommend inserts that are 2 to 4 inches larger than the pillow cover—see our  Pillow Insert Sizing Guide. Along with our distinctive fabric collection, we keep a
generous supply of inserts of varying sizes and fill types in our Greensboro
studio so you can test the comfort and support of each type.

Wondering what's the best throw pillow insert material? It depends on use. Your pillow's intended function and where it will be used drives pillow insert decisions.

• • Frequently utilized throw pillows often need firmer inserts to maximize comfort and minimize frequent fluffing, while designer accent pillows that are rarely used can use softer, plusher fills.
  
  
• • Outdoor pillows require inserts with non-woven polyester covers with synthetic filler.
  
  
• • Pillow shams and decorative throw pillows in guest bedrooms and spaces where guests with allergies spend time benefit from synthetic down alternative hypoallergenic inserts.
  
  
• • Euros on oversized sofas and sectionals often need more supportive inserts than Euro shams on a king bed, unless you like to read in bed.
  

Not sure what’s the best throw pillow insert type for your needs? We stock feather down, synthetic down alternative, poly-fiber, and outdoor inserts in our studio so you can feel the difference before choosing—learn about our favorite pillow inserts and when should you use
feather down inserts vs. down alternative inserts in our Pillow Insert Type
Guide.

Your pillow's intended function drives design and construction decisions.

• • Frequently utilized den throw pillows often benefit from fewer added trims and embellishments than luxury throw pillows or (more formal) living room decorative accent pillows that are rarely used. This maximizes comfort and minimizes the possibility of damage to more intricate and/or
  delicate trims that are not intended for everyday use in high-traffic areas.

• • Many pillows benefit from ¼ inch flanges or cording to provide enhanced structure and shape definition. While cording provides similar benefits plus the opportunity to incorporate complementary colors / patterns / textures.

• • Outdoor pillows require weather-resistant construction details to reduce the likelihood of dirt and moisture getting trapped and promoting mold and mildew.

Unless specifically requested otherwise, all of our pillows have serged interior seams and easy-care invisible zippers so covers can be removed for spot treatment or effortless seasonal cover swaps. We match design and construction techniques to real-world use, ensuring visual appeal, practical functionality, and longevity.

Whether you've found fabric you love, have leftover yardage from another project, or want to transform something with sentimental value into something you can enjoy every day—fabric suitability for your intended use is the first question we address.

Beyond consideration of how a fabric blends with your décor (color, pattern, scale, texture, and style), overall suitability for your intended use comes down to hand-feel, weight, drape, durability, and performance features.

Not every fabric is suitable for pillows, and not all pillows have the same material requirements—fabric for a designer statement bolster pillow or long lumbar pillow on a guest bed is very different from sofa throw pillow fabric that will be used daily by everyone (including kids and pets).

Evaluating whether a fabric is appropriate for pillows involves more than it might seem at first glance. Fabric evaluation includes:

• • Checking quality indicators using a host of visual and tactile inspection methods

• • Recognizing natural characteristics vs. true flaws and damage

• • Reviewing manufacturer’s technical specifications—from fiber content and weight to double rubs counts

• • Understanding performance capabilities (stain-resistant, fade-resistant, etc.)

• • Considering how pattern repeat, pattern orientation, and nap direction impact yardage requirements

• • Determining yardage sufficiency

The need for fabric quality evaluation, determining suitability, and usable yardage, is essential for materials of all quality levels—first-quality yardage, remnants, and seconds. It may seem obvious with remnants (where yardage is limited and quality can be first- or second-quality) and seconds (where flaws range from barely noticeable to unworkable). However, the same is also essential with first-quality designer fabrics since they can have imperfections that were missed during quality control or have damage from transit.

INSIDER TIP: Most custom-cut yardage is final sale unless it's sold as first-quality and turns out to be flawed or is damaged in shipping, and retailers only accept returns or exchanges when fabric is unmarked and uncut. Remnants and seconds are typically sold "as-is" and returns are possible only for shipping damage occurring after purchase.

Not sure where to start—or want professional eyes on your fabric? → Bring or send your fabrics and we'll assess them for you. Local clients can bring materials for a complimentary quick evaluation during a Discovery
Meeting. Remote clients receive preliminary assessment guidance before shipping. Schedule Discovery Meeting | Get in Touch

Already have materials you love and want transformed into custom pillows with your fabric? Whether you need pillows and inserts, or just custom pillow covers, we handle both. This is called Customer's Own Material (COM) or Bring Your Own Fabric (BYOF) in the design industry. Simply bring your fabric, trim and/or pillow inserts you want to use and we’ll evaluate your materials holistically.

• • Not sure what’s possible with what you have? We’ll evaluate performance suitability for your intended use, check yardage, and determine what pillow options deliver the best results for
  your needs.

• • Have fabric remnants from another project or designer remnant finds? Bring them—we'll evaluate what's possible with the yardage you have.

• • Found fabric you love but need coordinating materials? Browse our extensive in-studio collection and if you don’t see just what you need, we can source any additional coordinating materials.

• • Want to repurpose sentimental items? We’re experienced in transforming treasured materials into pillows you'll enjoy for years.

• • Want to use pillow inserts you
  already have? We’ll check remaining lifespan and sizing, and suggest other pillow insert types or sizes when needed.*

We handle: Fabric assessment, artful pattern placement, performance evaluation, and coordinating complementary materials and pillow inserts when needed.

*In our Greensboro studio, we keep a stock of  95 / 5 Feather Down Inserts and Synthetic Down Alternative Pillow Inserts (aka faux down, microfiber down alternative or micro denier) that are sumptuously plump and hold the iconic karate chop look beautifully. We also have poly-fill pillow inserts and outdoor pillow
inserts, and can source any size and fill type needed.

→ See our Pillow Sizing &
Arrangement Guides as well as
our Pillow Insert Sizing and Pillow Insert Type Guide.

PRO TIP: Always verify your purchases for accuracy, quality, and suitability for your intended use. Many fabricators scan fabric and trim quickly for major issues but may not catch if the wrong colorway, pattern, or yardage was shipped to you. When providing your own fabrics and trims—Customer's Own Material (COM)—material inspection is your responsibility.

When you work with our Customer's Own Material pillow services, we conduct our own thorough assessment once materials arrive in our studio—giving you professional evaluation in addition to your own inspection.

Looking for sofa pillow ideas or sectional pillow arrangement tips and guidance? Transform chairs, sofas, or sectionals with pillows sized specifically for your furniture and lifestyle needs. Whether you need throw pillows in multiple sizes to layer on a sectional, perfectly proportioned accent pillows for a loveseat or just the right size lumbar pillows for club chairs, we coordinate colors and patterns that complement your décor while considering real-life use patterns.

Popular requests: Pillow arrangements that layer textures and patterns, combinations that pull colors from artwork or rugs, performance fabrics for high-traffic family spaces

PRO TIP: For throw pillows on family
room chairs/sofas/sectionals use performance fabrics like Crypton and
indoor-outdoor fabrics like Sunbrella and Thibaut InsideOut that handle daily life with kids and pets while maintaining sophisticated style. Look for upholstery fabrics with 30,000+ double rubs and stain-resistance.

Also see: Handcrafted Custom Home Furnishing Design Services for seat cushions and custom window treatments

Refresh porches, patios, poolside areas, balconies, and decks with weather-resistant pillows made for outdoor living. Our go-to outdoor pillow fabric lines—Sunbrella and Thibaut InsideOut—deliver sophisticated style while withstanding real-world exposure to the elements. Engineered specifically for outdoor use on front porch benches, deck chairs, outdoor sofas, and chaise lounges.

Mountain, lake, and beach homeowners appreciate our understanding of seasonal use patterns and climate-specific performance needs. Whether you need seat cushions that can handle morning dew or throw pillows that resist growing unwanted mold (even in humid environments), we match material capabilities to your environment.

Fade-Resistant Solutions for Direct Sun Exposure: Essential for outdoor spaces and equally important for indoor spaces with strong morning or afternoon sun exposure. Modern homes and vacation properties with expansive windows need fade-resistant fabric for pillows, window treatments, seat cushions and upholstered pieces—ensuring materials maintain their color integrity whether they're poolside or in a sun-drenched great room.

PRO TIP: Indoor-outdoor fabrics like
Sunbrella and Thibaut InsideOut are specifically made for outdoor use with built-in UV protection for fade-resistance. They're now so soft and sophisticated we encourage clients to use them throughout their homes for pillows and upholstery—not just outdoors. Note: Performance materials (like Crypton) are for indoor use and aren't suitable for outdoor applications unless they specifically indicate UV protection (like Crypton Outdoor).

Also see: Handcrafted Custom Home Furnishing Design Services for outdoor seat cushions and curtains

Planning a complete bedroom makeover? → Our Handcrafted Custom Home Furnishing Design Services coordinate pillows, bedding, and window treatments for seamless results. Or start with pillows to test colors and patterns before deciding to use those fabrics in larger items like duvet covers or blackout curtains—a tactic that many clients prefer.

Create the bedroom retreat you've been dreaming of with Euros, decorative pillow shams, lumbar pillows, and bolster pillows that coordinate with your bedding, window treatments, and overall color story.

Bolster Pillows for Added Dimension: Our made-to-order decorative bolster pillows add structure and decorator level
sophistication to beds, benches, and sofas. Available with fiber or feather
inserts, these custom accent pillows provide versatile styling options—stunning as standalone statement pieces or layered with other pillows for distinctive arrangements.

Also see: Handcrafted Custom Home Furnishing Design Services | Fabric Consultation: Selection, Sourcing & Strategy

Refresh your space seasonally with new decorative pillow covers—swap out pillow covers and keep using favorite comfortable inserts. An easy, cost-effective way to change any room's personality throughout the year.

Well-timed changes: Many clients order coordinating collections to rotate—lighter options and colorways for spring/summer, deeper hues and lush textures for fall/winter.

You're in the right place. We're a custom pillow maker serving clients locally in Greensboro and the NC Triad as well as nationwide.

Getting started is straightforward:

• • If you're local to the NC Triad schedule a Discovery Meeting to explore fabric options and discuss your project in person.
  
  
• • If you're beyond the NC Triad, Get in Touch and we'll walk you through our remote collaboration process. We work with clients nationwide through virtual consultation, and our optional Digital Mock-ups can create digital mockups of fabrics and pillows in photos of
  your space for confident decision-making before ordering.

Whether you have fabric you want made into pillows or need help selecting materials, we handle both the fabric evaluation and the fabrication. Request Quote

Yes—with our fabric-first focus, choosing the right fabric for pillows is not something you have to do all on your own.

We walk you through fabric selection based on where your pillows will live, who uses the space, and how the material needs to perform. Our 20+ years of real-world experience means we know what materials handle daily life with kids and pets, what fabrics fade in strong sun, and what designer fabrics will still look great years from now.

Local to NC Triad:
Start with our complimentary Discovery Meeting where you can see, feel, and coordinate fabrics in person with hands-on support.

Beyond NC Triad or need extensive sourcing:
Our Fabric Consultation: Selection, Sourcing & Strategy provides in-studio as well as trade-level fabric access and strategic direction including performance recommendations. This service is available whether we're making your custom pillows, or if you just need help selecting fabric and fabrication will be handled elsewhere.

For quick questions regarding help choosing fabric remotely Get in Touch.

For expert fabric consultation and sourcing assistance use our Fabric Consultation: Selection, Sourcing & Strategy which is available whether we're making your custom pillows (and other soft home furnishings), or if you just need fabric selection and fabrication will be handled elsewhere.

Remote clients receive the same focused collaboration through detailed communication and virtual guidance. We discuss your project needs, lifestyle requirements, and current décor, then suggest fabrics from our collection or source materials through our trade-level connections.

Fabric swatches allow you to evaluate color, texture, and quality in your actual lighting with your décor and furniture.

• • When possible, swatches are available by mail (nominal fee applies).

• • Swatches are not available for limited availability fabrics and special-order fabrics. Additionally, some materials
  cannot be sampled if we only have minimal yardage remaining.

• • When swatches aren't available, we provide alternatives like color matching to Sherwin-Williams paint colors.

Ordering swatches solves the issue of not being able to see or touch the fabric in person and ensures color accuracy and texture suitability. For sizeable projects, high-end fabric purchases, or selections that have large pattern repeats or distinctive colors and textures, we encourage remote clients or anyone shopping for fabric online to consider purchasing a sample yard to really get a sense of the material before ordering full yardage or beginning fabrication.

Our optional Digital Mock-ups can show fabric selections and pillow arrangements in photos of your actual space for confident decision-making before ordering.

We start with our extensive in-studio fabric collection where you can see, feel, and coordinate materials in person during your Discovery Meeting. For example, if you need pillows for a sectional, we might
suggest a large-scale print for visual impact, a coordinating smaller-scale
print for balance, and a textured option for depth—all based on your existing décor and current lifestyle needs.

For clients needing options beyond our collection, we provide access to High Point resources and trade-level suppliers. Our fabric strategy ensures selections work with your décor, lifestyle, and budget.

Remote clients receive the same collaborative focused assistance through detailed communication and virtual guidance.

Local to NC Triad?
Start with our complimentary Discovery Meeting where you can see, feel, and coordinate fabrics in person with
hands-on support.

Beyond NC Triad or need extensive sourcing?
Our Fabric Consultation: Selection, Sourcing & Strategy which provides in-studio as well as trade-level fabric access and strategic direction including performance recommendations. This service is available whether we're making your custom pillows, or if you just need help selecting fabric and fabrication will be handled elsewhere.

We evaluate every fabric for suitability based on your specific use—considering hand-feel, fiber content, weight, drape, durability (double rub counts), performance features, and how pattern repeat and orientation impact yardage requirements.

Our Fabric Consultation: Selection, Sourcing & Strategy walks you through what to look for when evaluating fabric on your own.

For local clients, our Discovery Meeting provides hands-on exploration where you can see and feel quality differences between fabrics in person. If you have your own materials, bring them to our studio and we’ll assess any fabric, trim, and/or inserts you already have for suitability for your intended use—Customer’s Own Material (COM) evaluation.

For remote clients, we provide preliminary assessment guidance before you ship materials to us and thorough evaluation once they arrive in our studio.

Yes, we always encourage getting fabric swatches whenever possible. Swatches let you see color, texture, and quality in your actual lighting with your furniture and décor before committing to an order. Live with them for a bit, observe swatches at different times of the day and from different angles.

For sizeable projects or materials that are high-end, have large pattern repeats, or distinctive colors and textures, we advise purchasing a yard of fabric. This gives you a better sense of scale, drape, and how the material will look in your space—enabling you to identify potential issues like scale problems, color clashes, or style mismatches before full yardage is ordered or production begins.

Swatches are available for most fabrics (nominal fee applies) and can be ordered online or requested during our one-on-one time. Swatches aren't available for limited-availability fabrics, special-order materials, or when we have minimal yardage remaining. When swatches aren't
possible, we provide color-matching alternatives.

We assess all materials for care requirements and performance needs based on your intended use and location.

If your fabric isn't well-suited for pillows, we'll explain why and suggest alternative uses that capture the same aesthetic—perhaps framed artwork for delicate textiles or seat cushions for heavy upholstery fabrics where that durability truly matters.

For remote clients, we provide preliminary Customer’s Own Material (COM) assessment before shipping and thorough evaluation once materials arrive in our studio.

This is one of our specialties. Bring photos, fabric and trim samples, or color references (paint chips work well) and we'll suggest the best decorative pillows to tie your room together—fabrics and arrangements that enhance what you already have rather than starting over completely. Our fabric strategy often saves money while creating more cohesive, intentional looks that feel collected over time rather than purchased all at once.

Our lead time is typically 1-3 weeks and fluctuates with order volume. Most made-to-order pillows take 2-4 weeks from final approval to completion—for example, a three-pillow or five-pillow combination typically takes 2-3 weeks. Customer's Own Material (COM) projects and projects requiring sourced materials begin timing once we receive everything in our studio.

Rush Services: Available when our schedule permits.

Yes. We sell high-quality inserts that hold the iconic karate chop and provide pillow insert sizing tips to achieve that plump, designer look.

Our advice varies based on where and how your pillows will be used: hypoallergenic synthetic down alternatives for guest rooms, shared living spaces, or anyone preferring non-feather options; luxurious feather down for most indoor applications; and weather-resistant inserts with non-woven polyester covers for outdoor applications.

You can purchase our preferred inserts through us (online or in-studio) or source them yourself. If you're providing your own inserts, we prefer having them in-studio to assess suitability and sizing—especially important for unique dimensions or inserts you want to continue using where we need to evaluate remaining lifespan.

See our Pillow Sizing &
Arrangement Guides as well as our Pillow Insert Sizing and Pillow Insert Type guides.

Yes – we offer three approaches depending on how much customization you want:

1. Shop Our Made-to-Order Throw Pillow Collection:
Browse online designer throw pillow cover collection or visit our Greensboro studio to see curated pillow designs and experiment with pillow arrangements and combinations.

Purchase pillow covers exactly as shown online. When shopping in-person, purchase in-stock throw pillows and pillow covers as shown or take them home on 24-Hour Approval before deciding.

2. Customize Our Designs (Semi-Custom):

Start with a pillow from our collection and modify it—different fabric on the back, adjusted sizing, coordinated cording. Learn about Customize Our Pillow Designs.

This "custom pillows but easy" approach gives you thoughtful design without starting from scratch.

3. Fully Custom: Work with us from concept to completion—your fabric or ours, your vision, our expertise.
Schedule Discovery Meeting to browse our in-studio fabric collection | Get in Touch to discuss your project.

Yes—we're developing free educational resources and offer professional fabric consultation, depending on what you need.

Free resources:
More resources are in development—explore what's available and see what's coming soon on our How-to Guides and our blog.

Expert guidance:

Our Fabric Consultation: Selection, Sourcing & Strategy focuses specifically on material selection and sourcing for any project—from new pillow arrangements to whole room decorating. We provide in-studio as well as trade-level fabric access, performance recommendations, and strategic direction whether you're working with us for fabrication or sourcing materials that will be fabricated elsewhere.
Learn about Fabric Consultation: Selection, Sourcing & Strategy | Schedule Consultation

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We welcome projects from interior designers and decorators in the NC Triad area and nationwide—we enjoy collaborating and problem solving to deliver better results for you and your clients.

We work with clients who are handling everything on their own as well as with clients who are working with an interior designer and want us to handle Customer's Own Material (COM) suitability evaluation, fabric selection, material sourcing and/or custom fabrication. Regardless of how many people are involved in your project, we bring the same attentive, personalized service.

Are you an interior designer or decorator? → See our Customer's Own Materials (COM) Services for Interior Designers | Join our Designer Trade Program