Saturday, June 4, 2011

A touch of Paris!

While at Hobby Lobby the other day, buying some 50% off ribbon, I spotted this fabric and it was love at first sight!  
But first I have to say sorry - the photography leaves much to be desired 
Tell you why at the end of my post! :)
 This fabric just screams Paris!  At first I thought I would just make pillows or seat covers out of it.   But I realized the images were spread out enough that I could  use them as appliques on some more burlap pillows. :)  I did save enough fabric to make pillows, or a simple backpack, or maybe even cover another of my ceiling tiles to make a bulletin board.  I'll keep you posted!
So I cut out some fusible iron on interfacing and placed pieces on the back of the fabric just over the designs I wanted to use.  Then ironed them on and cut them out.  
I decided on using three of them in different sizes to use on different sized pillows.  Pulled some natural (tan), black, and pink burlap from my burlap stash.  The pink burlap was the last of some I dyed with RIT Fuchsia for a project several months ago.  Think I will try Turquoise next - I can't get enough of that color!)  

First pillow was an envelope pillow just like my Bless My Mess pillow.  I cut out one 11"x11" piece and two 8"x8" pieces.  They had 1/2 inch seams so I added an inch to the size.  The finished pillow here was 10"x10".  But I bet you already know how to do this!  You could also cut one large piece of fabric and follow these directions from Martha Stewart

Next pillow was a lovely Parisian lady on a smaller burlap pillow.
Cut out two 8"x10" pieces.  This is just a basic slip stitched pillow.  
Not my best effort, the edges are sort of wonky but you get the idea, I hope. 
Last one I made very small  Used two 4"x4" pieces.  I'll probably redo this one and make it into a sachet or a pin cushion.  I just love the sketchy look of the fabric print.  You bet you'll be seeing more of it!
Enjoy your week you lovely people!
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I Heart Naptime - Sundae Scoop
The DIY Showoff - DIY Project Parade
Under the Table and Dreaming - Sunday Showcase
Homemaker on a Dime-Creative Bloggers Party & Hop
Flamingo Toes - Think Pink Sundays
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Making the World Cuter-Making the World Cuter Monday
Embellishing Life - Craft Catwalk
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TUESDAY
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Sassy Sites - Trash to Treasure Tuesday
Today's Creative Blog - Get Your Craft On
Sugar Bee Crafts - Take a Look Tuesday
Nothing But Country - Creative Creations
Rook No.17 -  A Little Birdie Told Me
Ladybug Blessings - Handmade Tuesdays
WEDNESDAY
Creating My Way to Success - Wednesday Blog Hop
Night Owl Crafting - Hoo's Got Talent?
Elements Interiors -  Whassup Wednesday
Handy Man, Crafty Woman-Wicked Awesome Wednesday
seven thirty three - Sugar & Spice and Everythihg Else
Blue Cricket Design - Show and Tell Wednesday
No Minimalist Here - Open House
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A Little Tipsy - DIY Under $5 
THURSDAY
Momnivore's Dilemma - Creative Juice Thursday
Somewhat Simple - Strut Your Stuff
The Shabby Chic Cottage - Transformation Thursday
House of Hepworths - Hookin Up with HoH
Fireflies and Jellybeans - Show off Your Stuff
Paisley Passions - Thrilling Thursday
FRIDAY
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French Country Cottage - Feathered Nest Fridays
delicate CONSTRUCTION - Delicately Constructed Fridays
My Romantic Home- Show and Tell Friday  
Spunky Junky -  Feature Friday
Chic on a Shoestring-Flaunt It Friday
Fingerprints on the Fridge - Feature Yourself Friday
The Shabby Nest - Frugal Friday 
Sassy Sites - Free For All Friday
Mommaskindacrafty   - Fantabulous Friday 
Todays Creative Blog - Get Your Craft On
It's a Hodge Podge Life - Friday
SATURDAY
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Wildflowers & Whimsy - Sew Crafty Saturday
Day & Age Design - Social Saturdays
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33 comments:

  1. Bethany @ A Fish Who Likes FlowersJune 5, 2011 at 2:44 AM

    These pillows are beautiful!! I love the fabric.

    And I finally got around to following you back.

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  2. Jenn EricksonJune 5, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    What a wonderful fabric! I love the way you partnered up those charming Parisian images with the burlap. Beautifully done!

    Jenn

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  3. Honey at 2805June 5, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    Nice idea & quick, too! Visiting from Homemaker and have just become a follower. Hope you will do the same!

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  4. Holly LefevreJune 5, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    I adore that fabric! My daughter has a dress in a very similar fabric and I have always loved those colors. Great pairing with the burlap!

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  5. Holly LefevreJune 5, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    Oh and I love these so much I am featuring them on my Facebook Page!
    Holly
    504 Main

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  6. Grammy GoodwillJune 5, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    I love that fabric. Using it to decorate pillows was a great idea. I wish we had a Hobby Lobby.

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  7. Jen @ Domesticated NomadJune 5, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    That is great fabric. I like how you used it too. Found you through Creative Blog and Hop. I am a new follower. I hope you will visit me too. :)

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  8. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeJune 5, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    How adorable is that fabric!? I just love everything about those ladies and their dresses -- I'm a sucker for anything from the 40's and 50's. Love how you used this on your pillows!

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  9. ErinJune 6, 2011 at 1:04 AM

    Super cute! I went to Paris several years ago and can't wait to go back. I just love the Eiffel tower pillow you made!

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  10. DebbiedoosJune 6, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    These are adorable..very chic. Thanks for sharing with my newbie party.

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  11. Linda@Coastal CharmJune 6, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    Soooooo chic!!! Hop over today because you have been featured at Nifty Thrifty Tuesdays...feel free to grab my starfish button for your blog and thanks for coming to NTT!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  12. Poppy @ With a Dash of ColorJune 6, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    Wow! These are adorable... loved the frenchy fabric and how you used the fusible iron on interfacing. Thanks for sharing. Dropping in from the newbie party. Would love you to visit me sometime. Have a lovely week!~Poppy

    http://withadashofcolor.blogspot.com/

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  13. ChesJune 6, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Very creative use of fabric!!!

    Thanks for stopping by my blog, I hope you visit again soon.

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  14. Okio B DesignsJune 6, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Your pillows are adorable! Coming over from Coastal Charm and your newest follower!

    Jeanine

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  15. JillJune 6, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    That fabric is fabulous! and I love how you used it! Very creative!

    I would love if you came over and linked this project to my weekly Round Tuit party at:
    http://jembellish.blogspot.com/
    Have a great week!
    Jill @ Creating my way to Success

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  16. Korrie@RedHenHomeJune 6, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    Your pillows are sooo cute! I love how you pulled the fun graphics off individually for your pillows.
    THANK YOU for your kind comment at Red Hen Home! I hope you have many great future furniture projects!

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  17. JillJune 7, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
    Hope you have a great week!
    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

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  18. Grumpy Grateful MomJune 7, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    Those pillows are great! I like that fabric too. I plan to go to Paris...someday!

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  19. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️June 7, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    I love your pillows. The fabric is so darn cute!

    Dee
    Your new follower

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  20. MoquelishJune 8, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    Really great idea! They look good.

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  21. SarahJune 9, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    Cute fabric. Clever idea to use these on the burlap. ~ sarah

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  22. At The Picket FenceJune 10, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    Those are just adorable! What a clever use of that fabric. Thanks so much for linking this up to Inspiration Friday this week!
    Vanessa

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  23. ArabellaJune 10, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    Adorably Chic pillows - I love them all!!

    Visiting from Feathered Nest Fridays :O)

    Hugs,
    Marie

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  24. UnknownJune 10, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    I adore the eiffel tower pillow! I have got to tell my sis about this awesome fabric! My niece is in a french immersion program and so they are all about the France theme! Thanks for linking up with DIY under $5!

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  25. Sassy Sites!June 11, 2011 at 3:41 AM

    Super cute! I LOVE burlap! :) Thanks for linking up at Sassy Sites for our ffa party! Have a wonderful weekend! xoxo!!

    -Marni

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  26. Mindie HiltonJune 11, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    I would love for you to link it up to my party that is running now. Any linky goes.

    http://bacontimewiththehungryhypo.blogspot.com/2011/06/any-link-goes-party-running-now-summer.html

    Come strut your stuff.

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  27. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJune 12, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    So charming~ I love burlap pillows and yours are darling! Thanks for sharing at FNF:)

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  28. Handy Man, Crafty WomanJune 12, 2011 at 11:49 PM

    These came out great! Thanks for stopping by to add this to our Wicked Awesome Wednesday party!

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  29. Jenn EricksonJune 13, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    It was so wonderful to have you share this beautiful project on "A Little Birdie Told Me..." at Rook No. 17. I do hope you'll swing by and join the party again this week!

    Best,
    Jenn

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  30. Handy Man, Crafty WomanJune 15, 2011 at 1:24 AM

    Hello, I featured this on our blog party this week! come on over and grab an "I've been featured" button if you'd like.

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  31. Rach (DonutsMama)June 17, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    I love anything that says "Paris." That is a fab pillow and awesome fabric. I'm so going to Hobby Lobby.

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  32. JamieJuly 27, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    Oh I love them! C'est magnifique!

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  33. JamieJuly 29, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    I featured your pillows at my Social Saturdays link party! Thanks for sharing :)

    Jamie
    day-and-age-design.com

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