9.27.2011

First Quilted Pillow

I guess it would be more accurate to call it the first pillow ever. Not that pillows are the most complex sewing project, but they are new to me ;) I made a pillow for a birthday gift for my friend. I think I am in love with strip quilts. I feel quite satisfied when I get something down and a project like this allows me the instant gratification that I crave. I started this pillow yesterday after scouring some blogs for gift ideas. I don't have one specific one that did a quilted front and back but after talking through the process with my pal Beeps, I decided to quilt the back for stability. The verdict: I think everyone on my Christmas list is getting a pillow. I kid. I kid. Well I could change my mind on December 1st if I haven't formulated a gift making plan by that point.


7 comments:

  1. It looks lovely! I love all the different shades of blue!

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  2. So gorgeous! The blues came together beautifully :)

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  3. Love <3 I could use a new pillow (hint hint...a long one for my new leather chair) :)

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  4. Great job on the pillow. I'm too scared to try something like that. Thanks for stopping by my blog and commenting! I appreciate it!

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  5. That's gorgeous! I love the different patterns and shades of blue that you chose :)

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  6. Beautiful! I love the blues. I've never quilted the back of a pillow. but it makes sense... I might have to try it!

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