Sunday, March 20, 2011

Satisfying Sunday Sewing

This morning I made time for a little Sunday sewing - I recently finished a special small cross stitch model and wanted to use it for a pillow. After going through my stash and trying many different fabrics, I decided on a blue batik and a floral print ("9" by Sanae for Moda - which is a retired fabric, but is still available in some quilt shops). It was thoroughly enjoyable putting this fun flowery pillow together! I used my AccuQuilt Go! fabric cutter to cut 1 1/2" strips for the blue batik frame and 4 1/2" strips for the outer border. I made the pillow to fit a 14" pillow form...and as I do with most of my pillows, I made it with an opening in the back for easy changing and cleaning.

If you are wondering where you can get this special little Blue Ribbon Designs cross stitch design, details will be here soon. It is a complimentary chart and will be available for download in the near future...yes, you heard me correctly, it is a NEW freebie! Keep an eye on my blog and when details are available, I will share where you can find it....
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12 comments:

  1. CalamityJrMarch 20, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    That fabric is gorgeous! And you have another beautiful finish. Thanks for sharing!

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  2. LynnMarch 20, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    I love your choice of fabrics. Really lovely spring colours!!The results are one beautiful pillow!
    I'll be anxiously awaiting your new freebie chart. It's definitely a winner.

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  3. Babs in AlabamaMarch 20, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    It looks like which came first? The fabric or the stitched piece?..a perfect match and a pretty finish!
    hugs,
    babs

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  4. Patty C.March 20, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    Lovely design - Nice pillow finish :)

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  5. Robin in VirginiaMarch 20, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    Oh wow, Belinda! Love the design and the fabric you selected looks like it was made for your piece! Know you are thrilled with the outcome!

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  6. JulesMarch 20, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    Great finish!

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  7. Kristen KingMarch 20, 2011 at 11:42 PM

    oohhh I love it...and looks like I'm going to have to take another try at those tuck pillows! :)

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  8. wendy111March 21, 2011 at 2:37 AM

    This is lovely, the fabric compliments your lovely design. Looking forward to the freebie chart.

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  9. Carol RMarch 21, 2011 at 4:00 AM

    Pretty finish. Looking forward to the freebie chart and thank you!

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  10. KateMarch 21, 2011 at 5:34 AM

    Gorgeous finish - love the design.

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  11. CathyMarch 21, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    I like this!!

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  12. KarenMarch 21, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Absolutely lovely!!!

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