10.01.2010

Scrap busting like a scrap buster

When I saw this at Cluck Cluck Sew, I knew I had to make one.  I pretty much did the exact same thing she did, but my pillow cover was a bit bigger, about 24" by 20".  I wanted to replace my embroidered IKEA (which I love love love but they're very springy/summery) covers with something more seasonal.
{Oooo, I do love them.}
 Here's my version of Cluck Cluck Sew's lovely pillow:
 My scrap drawer is not as diverse as hers (or as pretty- so many gorgeous fall fabrics), so not every leaf is unique.  I tried to make up for it by having lots of textures: quilting cottons (of course), knits, ribbed knits, corduroy, and felt. 
I love it.  Now I need to make another fall-ish cover to replace my other IKEA one.  I was thinking a big acorn, maybe.  The original plan was to make another of these beauties, but now that one's done, I kind of think it might be too much. 


34 comments:

Melissa said...

Oh, I love this! I love what you did! It looks so fun and colorful. I love being able to pull fall in, fall colors are some of my favorites. I like the different textures, that is a great idea. Thanks for sharing, this is going in my DIY wish file!
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Amy C said...

This is absolutely a.dor.able!!! I LOVE IT! The colors of all the fabric are perfect, it just makes me happy to look at this cute pillow! Good Job! Thanks for sharing. Visiting from TT&J.

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KJ@letsgoflyakite said...

Turned out gorgeous. I love this pillow idea. Great job on this!

Deb said...

Love the pillow!!! I'm your latest follower!!!

Ruth H. said...

This is so fun! You've got the wheels turning in my head. I can just see one of these on MY couch! I'm really impressed by how you combined so many colors and textures into something really cohesive. Thanks for sharing.

Kristi said...

Oooh, I love this!! I"m going to have to give it a try. Thanks for sharing. Here from Tatertots and Jello linky.

~ The Speckled Dog

Cupcake Carrie said...

this is lovely!

Bec said...

Such a great idea. I hate our pillows for our couch and this would be a great way to be able to make them look cuter and change for the seasons :)

Suzanne said...

Such a cute, colorful pillow. I love it!

Mare said...

so cute! .... I love that autumn color:))....
greeting from croatia,europa:))...
M.....

Daydream Believer said...

SO cute! What a great design! I have a draw full of scraps that would work well for this project; I may have to make a pillow or two! Thanks for the inspiration! :) M*

Lindy said...

I love pillows and this one is just wonderful. I love the use of scraps. I live in a small town with no local fabric store and I have to be creative sometimes and use what I have on hand. This is such a good idea to file away!

Elizabeth (blue clear sky) said...

Very pretty!

Tammy@My Party FIle said...

This is fabulous! I really like the colours.

Gail @ Faithfulness Farm said...

Great pillow! I love all the texture and color and I also love that it isn't fussy...not turned edges. I'd think a second one just like it would be terrific. Oh, and I love your Ikea pillow too :)

Blessings!
Gail

Jennifer said...

Saw this from Under the Table and Dreaming link party, and wanted to say how much I love this pillow. Looks so good. I seriously am jealous of everyone who can sew.

Laura @ Our House of Joyful Noise said...

Fall is my favorite time of year, and I love adding decor to my home to reflect that! This pillow would look so perfect on my bench. Love it!

Christine said...

Great job! I love trees and I love the eclectic style of your pillow!

Christine
greatoakcircle.com

Melissa said...

This is fantastic!
Melissa
http://www.burstsofcreativity.blogspot.com/

Staci J said...

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Farah Muzaffar said...

So cute and happy cushion KasiaJ, its lovely and I think easy to make too, really love it...
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Love
Farah

Lisa said...

This is beautiful! I love how it turned out!

Emily @ LaForce Be With You said...

Gorgeous!! I just love fall decor! You should do a big pumpkin for the other one :)

www.laforcebewithyou.com

Cecily said...

Simply beautiful. I really love it!

Purnima@a creative project said...

Its look fabulous!! Bright and cheerful like fall colors!!

Michelle said...

That is so cute! I wouldn't be opposed to you making me one.. just sayin! I LOVE your blog!

- Michelle @ Bunch of Craft

- Marybeth I. said...

Love this! I am not a great sewer but think I can tackle this :) or try anyway

Shanarun said...

Cute pillow!! Love all of the colors and placement. Just perfect. :)

Kim said...

I just love your pillow, it's every bit as pretty as your inspiration ones.

Amy Meyer said...

I love that you left the edges raw! Looks amazing!

Erin said...

I love the colors and everything about this pillow cover!!!

Want to come over and sew me a quick slipcover for my porch pillows? LOL I have the fabric even. ;) Yes, the woman who doesn't sew bought fabric with plans to cover her porch pillows...you can imagine how far I've gotten with that project. LOL

kati said...

I love it I featured it on my blog please come over and take a look!

http://dragonflyfeathers.blogspot.com/2010/10/featuring-my-favorites-friday-no6.html

Erin Terry said...

So cute! I gave you the Happy 101 blog award @ jeffanderinterry.blogspot.com