Another quilted surprise
April 03, 2008
On Sunday, I made a pillow for a long overdue swap. I pieced strips of linen with strips of a floral and gingham with the intent of making a striped patchwork pillow. Once everything was pieced, I didn't really like it so I cut the piece into more strips and added the dotted print. I finished that up, still wasn't crazy about it so I cut it again and added more dots.
Finally happy with the piecing, I quilted the front with back to back loopy lines and threw it in the wash. After it was dried, I cut it to size and made the back. I put in a zipper if you were wondering....and, for the record, I had to consult my own tutorial because it has been awhile, ahem, since I have done the zipper thing.
We are getting ready to go south for spring break. I will probably post some, but not a whole lot while we are gone. Just wanted you all to know in case it gets really quiet in this space. See you soon.
Have fun on spring break! I really like how the pillow turned out.
Posted by: Sarah Jackson | April 03, 2008 at 03:49 PM
ooh! hope your coming to sarasota, the weather is perfect!! try ceviche, it's a brand new downtown rest. in one of our last historical buildings!!
Posted by: Celene | April 03, 2008 at 03:55 PM
I love it!
Have a great spring break. Ours is just about over.
Posted by: Anina | April 03, 2008 at 04:16 PM
Nice, nice! Pretty happy? It's gorgeous!
Posted by: Alicia A. | April 03, 2008 at 04:34 PM
OK, in MY reality there are 24 hours in a day. Can I come live in your reality?
Posted by: Caroline | April 03, 2008 at 04:39 PM
I love the windowpane effect and how they aren't all lined up. Nice work.
Posted by: Mama Urchin | April 03, 2008 at 04:52 PM
i love it. (i want to swap!)
travel safe. soak up that sunshine. and have fun!
Posted by: emily | April 03, 2008 at 06:03 PM
LOL that you had to use your own tutorial! Too funny!
Posted by: Kristin | April 03, 2008 at 06:50 PM
Beautiful cushion! The little glimpses of floral make me feel good.
And so does you having to refer to your own tutorial :D
Posted by: kirsty | April 03, 2008 at 07:30 PM
i love your persistence in getting it exactly like you wanted. it looks fabulous.
safe travels to you and yours!
Posted by: leslie | April 03, 2008 at 07:33 PM
this is beautiful! happy spring vacation!
Posted by: katie | April 03, 2008 at 08:12 PM
i love the pillow. very pretty. have a great spring break!
Posted by: amy | April 03, 2008 at 08:12 PM
I love the fabrics in this! Are the gray/taupe bits linen? It is ever-so-sweet coupled with the gingham!
Posted by: kathryn | April 03, 2008 at 08:29 PM
You guys have a late spring break!
Have fun!
Posted by: Grace | April 03, 2008 at 09:02 PM
i agree. the pillow is lovely. indeed.
enjoy your spring break. immensely.
Posted by: leslie | April 03, 2008 at 09:03 PM
Fabulous cushion - I just love that you had to refer to your own tutorial!
Posted by: Louise | April 03, 2008 at 09:08 PM
Love the pillow! Have a great break.
Posted by: Kirsten | April 03, 2008 at 11:25 PM
Oh wow - love that pillow! I want to try and make one. Think I can? Yours is beautiful.
Tanya
Posted by: Tanya | April 03, 2008 at 11:56 PM
Hooray for pillows! Have a great time on your little break!
Posted by: Tracy | April 04, 2008 at 08:34 AM
I love it. Enjoy your break.
Posted by: Teresa Alber | April 04, 2008 at 09:16 AM
The pillow looks wonderful and cozy...makes me want to cuddle right up with it!
Posted by: Amy | April 04, 2008 at 09:41 AM
You continue to amaze me, Erin! Have fun on spring break - we'll be here when you get back :)
Posted by: beki | April 04, 2008 at 09:56 AM
The texture on the pillow is great! Have a fun vacation!
Posted by: elliebelle | April 04, 2008 at 11:55 AM
Love the pillow. Your swap partner is SO lucky! Have a great spring break!
Posted by: Elaine | April 05, 2008 at 05:51 AM
i've got to consult your tutorial too. last time i forgot where i'd seen it and have lots of ugly zips in cushions!
Posted by: charlotte | April 06, 2008 at 10:16 PM
The pillow is just lovely! The recipient is very lucky to receive such a gift. :)
I have some big news over at my blog as well, so if you have a moment, pop on over and take a peek. HUGS!
Kristin
Posted by: Kristin | April 07, 2008 at 03:09 AM
Gorgeous pillow!
Posted by: Erin | April 07, 2008 at 10:03 PM
Have a great Spring Break.
Posted by: Marcia | April 08, 2008 at 12:19 AM
I love the pattern, the texture, the colors. So pretty!
Posted by: Melissa | April 08, 2008 at 08:52 AM
that pillow is exquisite! i love it.
Posted by: melissa | April 10, 2008 at 01:54 PM