How to Make a Buckwheat Pillow | A Simple Step by Step Guide

I remember the time that a friend asked me about buckwheat pillows. I was, “Buckwheat what?” I heard for the first time about it. She was so patient in explaining details about it that I was hooked. I vowed right then and there that I would learn as many details about it.

Buckwheat Pillows – An Organic Option

The moment that my friend said “organic, ” I made it a point to listen more carefully. You see, I have been trying my best to switch to more natural products. The fact that she is proposing a more organic option for pillows allowed me to stay focused on what she was saying.

What exactly are buckwheat pillows?

Buckwheat pillows are created from buckwheat hulls. They are different from your usual cotton and memory foam pillows.

Memory foam pillows are great and comfortable, but they have an awful chemical smell. The smell will go away over time, but once again, I wanted something more organic.

The best part about this type of pillow is you can create them. You can create as many as you want as long as you have all of the needed materials.

Are you starting to become interested too?

You should be because this may be one of the most comfortable pillows that you would love to use.

Reasons to Create A Buckwheat Pillow

You may still need to be convinced more, and I will put my convincing powers to the test. Buckwheat pillows are comfortable. It may be hard to imagine when all you can think about is the hardness and the sharpness of buckwheat.

Do not worry because buckwheat hulls are quite small. They may take some time to get used to, but they will be worth it in the long run.

Improve the Quality of Your Sleep

After creating the pillow, you can try to sleep using it for about a couple of nights to see the difference. You may find amazing buckwheat pillow benefits. Especially, the hulls are flexible and will provide the support that your back and neck need. Circulation is also improved, which is ideal when you live in a place where you need a more breathable pillow.

No Chemical Smell

Do you honestly want to sleep with a pillow that smells like petroleum? I am assuming that you are shaking your head.

Who wants to sleep with a smelly pillow?

And this pillow will not have any unpleasant smell. It will also take longer before you need to wash this pillow because it will not absorb your sweat, oil, and other body fluids as quickly as synthetic pillows.

Lasts Long

You want to have pillows that you can use for a long time. Buckwheat pillows do not get affected by moisture too much, which means that they will last longer.

Buckwheat hulls can be reused all over and over again. It will be years before you would need to get new pillows again. The moment that you try this out, you may not see the point of purchasing a new one.

Finally – How to Make a Buckwheat Hull Pillow

You have reached the part of the article wherein you will know how to make a buckwheat pillow. The thing is, it is very straightforward. It may be a bit of a challenge. You may also want to do the pillows one at a time, as they can take up a bit of your time. Once you are done creating your first pillow, you will realize that it is worth it.

Step 1: Find the Right Pillowcase

Do you want to find a pillowcase that you can use for your bedroom? You can look for something that will fit the overall design and theme of your room. The pillowcase will be stuffed with buckwheat hulls. You can also create your pillowcase if you want.

Step 2: Sew the Cloth Where Buckwheat Hulls Will be Placed

Choose a simple cloth that will hold all of the buckwheat pillows. This may be the most challenging part. It was challenging for me because I do not have excellent sewing skills. I tried sewing it by hand but realized that the machine could do a better job. I sewed the ends of the cloth, but I left the top portion open.

Step 3: Place the Buckwheat Hulls

Now that you have also sewed your cloth, you can place all the buckwheat hulls inside. You are recommended to stuff them so that they will provide just the right amount of support when you use them. Once you feel that you have placed just the right amount, sew the top portion of the cloth properly.

Step 4: Insert the Cloth with Buckwheat Hulls Inside the Pillowcase

You need to make sure that the cloth with the buckwheat hulls fits inside the pillowcase. Once you have carefully placed the fabric, test it out. Are you wondering why you need to place the hulls inside the cloth first before putting them on the pillowcase? This will make it easier for you to replace the pillowcase whenever it needs to be washed. Place the fabric with hulls inside another pillowcase easily.

Step 5: Sleep

What is the point of creating your own pillow when you cannot test it out? You may try sleeping on your buckwheat pillow for a few days or so. I had a hard time adjusting in the beginning because I was used to my down feather pillows. After a few more nights, I have fully adjusted. I cannot imagine sleeping with other pillows now.

Feel free to share your experience. It will always be different for everyone.

Other Things to Remember

There are some short reminders that you should remember about the buckwheat pillow:
Buckwheat pillows are not for everyone. I feel that it has a therapeutic effect on me, but others may not have the same experience. You need to try it out to be sure.

Only use organic buckwheat. There are different varieties of buckwheat hulls that are available. Choose organic to get the best results. Organic buckwheat pillows are also allergy-free.

It is best to choose a pillowcase that comes with a zipper. If in case some buckwheat hulls poke through the cloth, the pillowcase will catch them. Repairing the fabric will be more comfortable that way.

Using buckwheat pillows has changed my life for the better. Creating it was a bit of a challenge, but if you like being creative, it will not be an issue for you. It has allowed me to save up some money on purchasing synthetic pillows.

I also feel that I can sleep better now. You will hopefully experience the same benefits that I am getting now.

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