Color Chic

A Request... Pillow Please!

It's been awhile since I made a pillow, so I was quite delighted when my neighbor asked if I would make one for her little guy. Bright Fluorescents with Black and Gray was the request. I have to admit this was a really fun project, putting together a pillow that he would like. Of course I used the Dinosaur Jacquard, also thought it would be fun to add a bit of reflective tape... just in case it's dark in his room, he can shine a light and find it! I wasn't sure about the Pom-Pom trim but she said absolutely!

If anyone has any secrets to using Pom-Pom trim I could use it. I just used a lot of straight pins to hold it all together, stitched down the side using my zipper foot and hoped for the best!

But first it was necessary to put the zipper in, so I decided to put the trim on the side that would have the photo on it and then put the zipper in, I really should have taken better photos of this process. But I sort of just do things by trial and error and hope for the best.

There are so many really good tutorials out there for pillows that I didn't want to waste space on one that is just so-so! Sew Mama Sew has a list of really great pillow tutorials to use! I definitely should have followed the tutorial from Noodlehead when putting the zipper in!

Basically the pillow is done and I'm loving these bright colors, now I just need to personalize it with a photo for him ; )!

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Todays Project....

I can't remember when I bought this chair at an estate sale, it was so long ago.

But I know I had the best of intentions at the very least, to change the fabric.  It's been used whenever an extra chair was needed around the dinner table covered with a towel to cover the worn out fabric.

The chair is sturdy with a bit of detail and deserves a much better seat!

This make over I found awhile ago was the inspiration I needed to get this project moving forward.

Here's a sneak peek of the ribbon I will be using...

The trim will be a surprise!

Can't wait to get started!

Giveaway...

If you missed the Newsletter...

You should probably check it out! We're giving away one of the hearts on Valentines!

Details are in the Newsletter!

Jamie featured the Valentine I made earlier in the week, on Polkadots on Parade! Thanks Jamie!

My Sweet Valentines....

Satin, Silk, Ric-Rac, Herringbone & Velvet...

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Valentines Project.....

I'm dropping by a friends new home this evening and needed a house warming gift. I decided a bit of Valentines would surely be appropriate.

I started by sorting through the pink and red ribbon for a few select pieces.  I'm finding that with a sweet little granddaughter, I'm using this color a lot and need to replensish my stock!

After cutting out a heart shape, I laid out the ribbon on the Valentine.

Stitched it in place... You may notice I changed things a bit....

After trimming the edges I laid the back side on top (being sure to include the hanger before stitching)...

Turned it inside out, using this handy tool...

Filled it with lavender...

Hand stitched the opening...

Wrapped it in parchment; a simple wrapped tied with a bit of Luxe Wired ribbon...

I hope she likes it...

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Ribbons and Bows...

While I love to create and play with ribbon and trim, there never seems to be enough time to spend creating. Therefore I depend on customers and friends to share what they are designing with ribbon!

The bows I make are usually tied around a package or a sweet treat. So when Kristen sent me these photos of her wonderful bows and asked if I would like to use them, it was a definite yes! You may have taken a peek at some of these in our Newsletter...

You can find these and more in her Etsy shop, Earth Angel Boutique! I love that her bows are all so unique. She is quite creative!

We are expecting a bit of colder, wetter, maybe even snow in the next couple of days, so perhaps I will stay inside and finish that project for Tuesday!

 Are you working on any crafts that involve ribbon?  You can always share ; )!

Selecting Color...

When starting a new ribbon project I reach for my jars of ribbon, I know the colors in each jar work well together; but I like to add other ribbons too. Typically I select a few ribbons from several different jars. First I determine which ribbon to use as the base; selecting one that has at least two - three colors to work with. Can you tell which ribbon I started with?

Exactly Right! It's the Furry Knitted Chocolate Rococo! I love that it has a bit of pink, brown and gray. Next I layer ribbon of like colors.

I can use all the colors found in this rococo, seperately but together on one project.

Can you guess what I'm working on? You can find out on facebook ; )!

Sharing Christmas Projects...

There are times when handmade crafted projects are a hit and sometimes they are a miss! This year I'm happy to say they were a hit and well received! Those that received this hand crafted gift loved them and those that didn't shared a bit of disappointment on their faces (sorry to those that didn't).

It all started when I ran across this old photo of my Mom in a grade school photo. She volunteers 3 days a week, 6 hours a day (sounds like a job to me, but I disgress) and  needed a tote to carry her lunch and reading material to school.  I shared the back of it here, but didn't want to give to much away. Now the front...

That's her on the bottom row, 5th from the right!

I made a pillow for my sister, with ribbon that complemented her room on one side, when she tires of looking at us on the other : )!

My Honey wanted me to make one for his Mom so he found the perfect photo for her tote; Mom with kids on their Alaska trip. I can only imagine traveling with four kids in a station wagon!

This will be perfect to take on her many adventures!

There are more... I'll share them in a Newsletter soon! This was a fun project for layering warm and vibrant colors and texture!

One Christmas Project Complete...

Here a sneak peak at my latest project... I'd love to share more but you'll have to wait until after Christmas to see the rest of this gift!

I love layering and typically this is done with Ric-rac as it comes in so many fabulous colors! But my choice of material this week is Herringbone with a touch of Grosgrain!

My Facebook friends know I started this yesterday! Check out what Herringbone I'm using today!

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Fall Pillow Complete...

The Pillow I started a couple of days ago is complete!

The texture and rich fall colors are fabulous!

Of course I added my signiture... That would be Ric-Rac to the envelope pocket. I love the little scalloped edge along the back.

Playing around with the ribbon was half the fun! I wanted to make sure that when the project was complete the colors would work well together.

This Wonder Tape was perfect for holding the ribbon down.

I realized after doing a few pieces of ribbon that it would work best if I over layed the pieces.

Make sure you have plenty of thread and bobbins filled as you'll go through lots!

I basted the Ric-Rac down to the face of pillow before sewing the front and back together.

The pinned them together ...

Turned it right side out and stuffed it with a 20" Pillow Form!

When chosing your ribbons I would use lots of Jacquards for their brilliant design, Herringbone for solid color that the other ribbons play against, textured Grosgrain and Ultra-Suede Ribbon, and a bit of sparkle to keep it fun!

I brought home one yard of each, but after starting the project I liked it so much I decided to make the pillow bigger. No problem though... I know a really great place to get more! So make sure you order at least 2 yards of some ribbons, to make sure you have enough to play with.

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