Well, this was my project for the last couple of days(along with peddlin' flowers and working on some orders). These are a few of the pillows I made for the "ART IN THE ALLEY" festival this weekend - held locally. It is such a wonderful event - so many gifted artisans there - which I do NOT consider myself - so I'm tickled to even be in their company. I'm so looking forward to having a wonderful time mingling with all the people who come from all over to walk up and down the alley in our beautiful historic town. If anyone is close, please come, you'll love it. Live music, delicious food and great finds.
I'm really trying hard to get lots of goodies made up - simply not enough hours in the day - but I thought I'd share a picture or two with you of this fun and easy project.
Simple instructions:
*Paint on a piece of canvas in a size that compliments your pillow - I actually used napkins - so there was hardly any measuring or cutting at all.
*Sew on machine or hand stitch canvas to front side of pillow
*Add buttons or any other type of embellishment you like
*Sew two sides together - I didn't turn mine inside out because I liked the frayed edges of the napkins
*Stuff and hand stitch opening left for filling
*I added a grosgrain bow because I just looooove ribbon - but you don't have to use a thing.
Fun, easy and oh so cute - perfect on a porch swing - or as an accent pillow anywhere. You could paint a monogram on the canvas or how cute would it be to put a baby's name, birth date and all those memorable details on there. It would be the perfect gift in colors to match a nursery.
Happy Creating friends!!!
Cathy Cobblestone
Let me just say, the pillows are beyond cute. I love the napkin idea. The bow just adds so much to the pillow. I thank you for sharing your idea. I will put it on the to do list. I do wish that I lived closer. By the way, I am looking forward to making more clips.
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You are so creative - they are adorable!! I like how they look alll grouped together like that.
ReplyDeleteI won a give away - stop over and see my treasure! hugs, Linda
Cathy,
ReplyDeleteYour pillows are sooo very cute!! Thanks for sharing the instructions for your wonderful creation.
And your painting for really good! I think you your are very gifted!!
(someday I hope I will be able to visit your shop - until then I always enjoy "visiting you" here.)
Hugz,
Cathyjean
love them! so cute!
ReplyDeleteYour pillows are really cute!! And yes you should consider yourself one of "the artisans"..:o)
ReplyDeleteCathy, what a lovely blog you have! Thanks for your comment about my etsy...I thought I would check you out.....just lovely!! The pillows are great and love the boots with the mini roses.
ReplyDeletetoo cute!! I think I could even do that!!!
ReplyDeleteHello, I found you site via Cherry Hill Cottage and let me say you are one talented lady. Your canvas paintings are absolutely beautiful and the bows on the pillow just scream CUTE!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day.
Blanca
Cathy,
ReplyDeleteThose pillows are so cute! I bet they would really sell! I especially like the beehive one!
Tammy
Hello Sweet Cathy!
ReplyDeleteThose pillows are adorable!!! Love everything that you do....when does your catalog come out ; )?
Have a wonderful weekend!
Think of you often dear!
Hugs,
Maryjane
this is the cutest pillows!!!! do you have any left to sell? I would like to buy some. Nancy
ReplyDeleteHi, I really love this project. I can't seem to find any napkins like the ones you used. I would love to know where you found them. Thanks for the inspiration!
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Hi Sandy, to be honest - I can't remember where I bought the napkins - I have had them for a while - I'm sure you could find some with the fringe maybe at a linen store or even wal-mart. If you have any other questions, just e-mail me and I'll be happy to help you out. Good luck with your project - it is a lot of fun! Blessings to ya. Cathy
ReplyDeleteAre you kidding? You are one of the most talented folks I know. You can make a beautiful garden in places I never even thought of. Your work amazes me! I am inspired every time I visit and find myself out in the garden for days!
ReplyDeleteSmiles,
Lea
Cathy,
ReplyDeleteI love your pillows and Cobblestone Farms!. I have enjoyed very much reading your blogs. My husband and I are in the process of starting our blog and would like to list you as one of our favorites if thats o.k. with you.
enjoy your day,
To Elizabeth and Gary - thanks so much for stopping by - and of course, you can add me to your favorites - I would be honored. I'll be checking in with you often - you'll love blogging - so many wonderful people to meet out there! Blessings to ya! Cathy
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