2.22.2011

Pillows Made by Me

I bought a couple of different fabrics off of Etsy a few weeks ago to make some pillows to go on my very bare couches.  I finally had some time this past weekend to make a few and wanted to share.


I love the pink but I thought the pattern was going to be a little smaller.  Oh well, it still works.  I made these babies with zippers and everything.  You're impressed, I can tell.  The linen ones I made with some leftover fabric from having the chairs reupholstered.  They have an envelope closure on the back so they were a piece of cake to sew together.


I love projects that are quick but make a really big difference!  I plan on filling this sofa with all kinds of pillows because it makes a great background and it's more comfy that way.  And I know you are probably thinking (really me because no one else would notice) that pink doesn't really work with my rug (not currently pictured).  You're right, but remember how I wanted to brighten everything up with awesome, mindblowing colors?  Well my current rug doesn't fit into that equation so it will be replaced sometime in the near future.  No worries, I'll make sure it finds a good home (probably my mother's).

~ Andrea

8 comments:

  1. Oh Andrea I love your pink pillows! Wish I could so - think of the money to be saved!

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  2. Wel, Kim, you can always hire Andrea to make them for you.

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  3. The pillows look great! And I totally relate- I'm always giving my stuff away. Both sisters, my brother AND my mother's homes have been enhanced by my castaways. ;)

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  4. I am in love with the new pillows!! So, what's the going price to you have you make pillows for all of us blog followers??

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  5. Make pillows and sell 'em on Etsy!

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  6. Fantastic! I actually like that the pattern is larger scale. Can't wait to see the evolution as you bring in fun colors. xx

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  7. Kim - Thanks! I've taught myself a few sewing basics and they have come in very handy. I also made the dustruffles for my bed and Claire's. I also did all of the window treatments in my kitchen and dining room and the chair pads for my dining chairs.

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