In our world, many people suffer from loneliness and lack of physical intimacy. Although hugs are necessary for all of us, because they give us a feeling of confidence and security. There is a solution - a hug pillow. It was offered by manufacturers of sleep products, who caught the latest trends in society in time.
There is a solution - this is a hug pillow, it was proposed by manufacturers of sleep products, who caught the latest trends in society.
The history of the birth of pillows
In the modern world, pillows have become an essential attribute of sleep. But has it always been this way? In earlier times, pillows were more of a luxury item than an everyday item. Soft pillows were first found among the Greeks and Romans. They were stuffed with down, dry herbs or wool. They were often richly decorated, as they belonged to representatives of the upper classes.
Hugging pillows are becoming more popular every day.
In Japan, Egypt, and China, they used stands for headboards made of hard materials, most often wood, and such attributes were more ritual than providing comfort. Pillows stuffed with medicinal herbs, intended for treatment and good sleep, were used in oriental medicine. Decorative pillows were filled with flower petals and fragrant plants.
Such unusual products are known all over the world.
It is believed that sofa cushions originated in Greece and the East. Since the 19th century, pillows have become a part of life, and now it is difficult to imagine the interior of any home without them. Among the huge variety of types of these sleeping and decorative products, hug pillows occupy a special place, bringing us joy and spiritual comfort.
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Types of pillows we use
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- Sleeping pillows for everyday sleep.
- Decorative pillows and cushions for home decoration, usually with embroidery, appliqué or print, matched to the color of the furniture.
- Scented sachets.
- Pillows for cars and picnics.
- Gift pillows.
- Orthopedic bolsters for comfortable positioning of the body.
- Toy pillows.
- Hugging pillows for adults and children.
What is a hug pillow and what is it for?
Children, and many adults, sometimes want tactile interaction, cozy hugs, especially before bed and during sleep. If it is not possible to immediately snuggle up to a warm and beloved being, “hug” pillows will serve this purpose perfectly.
Despite the fact that the product has reached its maximum popularity in recent years, such pillows are not at all an innovation.
Typically, these pillows are made from soft materials and are large enough to cover your arms and legs. Children's pillows most often have the shape of animals, favorite cartoon characters. They can also be rectangular or any geometric shape, with a printed pattern.
Today, such products give a feeling of security and comfort to lonely people or those whose loved ones are at a distance.
Contact with a soft object brings emotional comfort to the body. And the sight of your favorite fairy tale or cartoon character lifts your spirits. Such pillows not only help children sleep peacefully and bring emotional relief. They retain heat throughout the night and promote the most comfortable positioning of the body.
In addition, the pillow simultaneously acts as a toy and is an excellent gift for children of any age.
The first hugging pillows were made in Japan. The very first models had an imitation of a hand with which you could hug yourself and create the effect of a hug. Then the range of types of “hugs” increased and product forms appeared that made it possible to take into account the different tastes and preferences of both children and adults.
The hugging pillow has an unusual shape and large size - this is what distinguishes this product from the classic version of the pillow.
What types of hugging pillows are there?
Not only children, but also people of all ages around the world appreciate the coziness and convenience of hugging pillows. Here are some categories of people who use “hugging” products.
- Teenagers who love everything original use pillows with interesting designs, prints of anime characters, not only for sleeping, but also as interior elements.
For the manufacture of goods, hypoallergenic natural or synthetic materials are chosen.
- Pregnant women use special pillows designed to comfortably position all parts of the body.
The most common forms of products in use are in the form of a long roller and a letter.
- Girls of a romantic nature use the Boyfriend Pillow.
These are figure-shaped pillows, with one longer “arm” that goes under the neck.
- Men use hizakamura pillows, which are made in the shape of a woman's knee. They create maternal comfort and peace of mind.
Brands that produce similar products also offer items of clothing that match the pillows - skirts, trousers and shorts.
- People who want to give loved ones a memorable and unusual gift buy hugs of an original shape or products with unusual prints that reflect their attitude towards the recipient of the gift.
The main thing is that the fabric is hygienic and easy to clean.
- Children who find it difficult to sleep separately from their parents. They need frequent tactile contact.
Children love full-length products made from soft materials, plush, velvet or faux fur.
- Owners of cars or trailers purchase such products for convenience when traveling. The pillows can contain a folded blanket or blanket, which makes the product a universal bedding set.
Such pillows will be an excellent gift for anyone, regardless of gender, age or profession.
- Owners of creative interiors, to create a unique style and chic, collect pillows of unusual shapes.
Such pillows literally hug their owner.
- Anime connoisseurs buy “dakimakura” - rectangular holofiber products with images of characters from cult works printed on a full-length pillow.
Thus, the dimensions of the product become very similar to the dimensions of a real person.
- Orthopedic pillows in the form of the number seven or other shapes are popular for all family members.
They are comfortable for people of any age and size to sleep on.
Features of product care
Rules to follow when caring for your pillow:
- Wash pillowcases regularly. It is better to do this by hand or on a delicate cycle in the washing machine.
- When washing, use detergent for colored laundry, separately from other items. Also, add conditioner.
- It is strictly forbidden to use bleach and other aggressive compounds.
- Do not wring or tumble dry
- Iron at low temperatures, no higher than 110 degrees
- Use an antistatic agent
DIY hug pillows
A hand-sewn hug pillow will be a wonderful gift for both yourself and friends. A product made independently carries originality and warmth, even if it is sewn according to a standard pattern. You can add appliqués, decorative elements in the form of buttons and beads, as well as inscriptions and drawings.
The pattern of the pillow is simple - you can make it in the form of the English letters “C”, “G” or “U”.
For sewing, it is advisable to choose stretchy fabric. It can be knitwear or any fabric that is elastic enough so that the product can twist, fold and change its shape. In this case, it will take the shape of the body and will be quite comfortable. It is convenient to use synthetic winterizer or foam rubber as a filler. You can add a little dried mint or flower petals to the filling for a pleasant smell.
Average pillow dimensions: width - about 30-40 cm, length - up to 1.5 m. But it all depends on the size you want.
Dakimakura sizes
The dakimakura pillow has the following dimensions: 150 cm in length and approximately 45 in width. This is the average size of a dakimakura. You can also often find products 150x50 and 160x50 cm on sale. In some cases, it can be made to individual measurements. These dimensions are due to the fact that most girls in anime and manga are miniature, and a height of 150-155 cm is considered the standard.
The longest custom-made dakimakura is a whopping 7 meters long! The hug pillow features the snake girl Miya from the anime Life with a Monster Girl. The customer paid more than $800 for such a product.
How to quickly sew a hug pillow
Approximate procedure for making a hug pillow.
- Come up with or look on the Internet the shape of the future pillow.
- Draw a pattern on paper.
- For each pattern, cut the fabric, folding it in half to create a pair of pieces.
- Sew pairs of pieces along the wrong side of the fabric, leaving one side unstitched.
- Turn out through the hole left.
- Fill the body of the pillow and sew up the hole.
We lay out the made paper pattern on the fabric folded in half.
On the wrong side, you need to manually stitch along the contour, stepping back the required distance from the edge.
When the pillow is filled, you need to sew up the hole, carefully stitching the edges.
The pillow for a child, loved one or friend is ready, all that remains is to give it as a gift. Undoubtedly, it will become one of the most memorable and favorite gifts that will always remind you of your love. Using the same principle, you can sew any character or, in general, create an unusual original shape, for example, in the cyberpunk style. It is possible to make a pillow from just two pieces if you include all the elements in one pattern, it all depends on preference and creative imagination.
You can put a pre-sewn pillowcase on it - this is hygienic and allows you to preserve the original appearance of the product for a long time.
It will be especially useful for expectant mothers
When a woman is expecting a baby, it is the most wonderful and wonderful time. If you ignore the difficulties. Hugging pillows solve some problems. The products promote more complete sleep for expectant mothers, who often find it uncomfortable to sleep.
A sound sleep with such a pillow helps the body quickly regain strength and have a good rest. Helps relax the muscles of the back and neck.
Japanese anime pillows as an element of subculture
Popular among teenagers and young adults, anime hug pillows have become not only sleeping objects, but also a modern subculture fetish. Many people spend a lot of money to purchase an image of the hero of their favorite anime or film; hentaki or manga.
Companies produce limited collections of products with their favorite characters, which are sold for incredible amounts of money.
In Japan, it is quite possible to meet a young man or girl walking through the streets with their favorite characters painted on pillows. And the wedding ceremony of a 28-year-old Japanese man with a dakimakura (hugging pillow) was covered in the news around the world. The popularity of such pillows has led to the production of their varieties. Many countries also sell removable pillowcases with single-sided or double-sided patterns for those who want to update their pillows.
People are ready to walk down the street, to the cinema, restaurant or cafe in the company of pillows.
If products with anime appeal mainly to fans of this genre, then hug pillows of various shapes are gaining great popularity all over the world. They are used by pregnant women, people who need an orthopedic effect, and simply those who value maximum comfort and good rest.
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