How to Sew a Garden Kneeling Pad

Gardening can be a fun and rewarding activity, but it can also be tough on your knees. If you find yourself constantly kneeling on hard ground, a kneeling pad can provide much-needed relief.

You can purchase a kneeling pad at most garden stores, but they can be quite expensive. If you're looking for a more affordable option, you can easily make your own kneeling pad at home.

This tutorial will show you how to sew a simple yet effective garden kneeling pad. The pad is made from durable canvas fabric and features a layer of foam padding for added comfort.

Materials

- 1/2 yard of canvas fabric

- 1/2 yard of foam padding

- Coordinating thread

- Sewing machine

- Scissors

-Pins

- Measuring tape

- Fabric marker

- Rotary cutter (optional)

Instructions

1. Cut the canvas fabric and foam padding into two rectangles, each measuring 18 inches by 12 inches.

2. Place the foam padding on top of the canvas fabric, right sides together.

3. Pin the two rectangles together around the edges.

4. Sew the two rectangles together along the pinned edges, using a 1/2-inch seam allowance. Leave a 4-inch opening on one side for turning.

5. Trim the corners of the pad, being careful not to cut into the stitching.

6. Turn the pad right side out through the opening.

7. Press the pad flat.

8. Tuck the raw edges of the opening into the pad.

9. Stitch the opening closed using a ladder stitch.

Your garden kneeling pad is now complete!

Tips

- To make the kneeling pad even more comfortable, you can add a layer of batting between the canvas fabric and the foam padding.

- If you don't have a sewing machine, you can also hand-sew the pad together.

- You can also use other types of fabric for the kneeling pad, such as denim, corduroy, or outdoor fabric.

- To personalize your kneeling pad, you can add a monogram or embroidery.

- If you're making the pad for someone else, consider their favorite colors and gardening style when choosing the fabric.