Saturday 26 March 2011

Patchwork Cushion No. 1 - Standard Patchwork


Got up at 7am and got the sewing machine out so I could finish off this patchwork cushion (I know its sad but I couldnt really sleep because I just wanted to get it done!)  I didnt quilt it as was worried that I ruined it (Im such a woos!) I made an envelope back using blue raspberry Moda fabric which co-ordinates with it really well.  Im dead pleased with the end result so Im going to make another one to go with it using some of the other fabrics from my Pure by Sweetwater layer cake as I only used about 6 or so of the designs.  Im thinking I might try and attempt some different shapes with the next one too just to make it a bit different and give me a bit more practice before I attempt a quilt.

Now Im off to play with my Silhouette machine (another reason I couldnt sleep - yes, I know...I need to get out more!)

- Pootleflump x



33 comments:

  1. It looks really lovely! - well done you. Sue x

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  2. Wow - fab cushion Claire. You patchwork looks great and very neat as well.

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  3. gorgeous cushion, I love the colours in it :)

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  4. Well done, it's wonderful! I just love the colours you chose, amazing! You should be really proud, and don't worry, your not the only one who loses sleep cause they want to get to sewing or crafting!!

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  5. Gosh your cushion came out really lovely. I love blue and brown together. I lose sleep when I've got a project on the go as well!

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  6. That's beautiful, I adore handmade cushions! I really fancy a silhouette or a cricut, looking forward to hearing how it turns out!
    Kandi x

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  7. This is gorgeous - you've done such a great job.

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  8. Well done Claire, it would go better with my suite than yours, Mum x

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  9. hat a great mix of colours! Fantastic!

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  10. Great job, I love the colors!

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  11. pretty,thank you for sharing,Amy

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  12. Have you seen the pillow I made last June? http://www.flickr.com/photos/maryonlakepulaski/4667425112/

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  13. That is just beautiful. What a fun pillow to have. Visiting from Sew Chatty.
    -Kimberlee
    www.TheSpunkyDiva.com

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  14. It is FAB. I love that line of fabric and this puts it to perfect use.

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  15. Love the cushion - the colours work really well together. Well done on finishing it!! xx

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  16. Love the colours in your cushion!

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  17. I love the colors. You did a great job. hmmm wonder if I can work this into one of my boys' rooms.... Thanks for the fun!
    4growingboys.blogspot.com

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  18. I had to come see if you posted a picture of your pillow on your blog. I love this! You have an eye for color/shade placements. The fabric is to die for. But, then, as you know, I'm working with this line of fabric too at the moment. :-)

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  19. your patchwork looks amazing!! And I love love love your blog name!! Just way too fun!!

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  20. Very nice pillow; perfect colour combo!

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  21. hiya , great cushion , so worth the early rising to finish it x , tfs , i am visiting from someday crafts and am your newest follower maybe you will pop by mine and follow too
    www.emilysnan.blogspot.com
    xmaggiex

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  22. that is SO awesome! great job!!

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  23. what a cool pillow! love the patchy-ness

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  24. It turned out great! I've never attempted anything like this but think they are so pretty. Thanks for linking up to my Catch a Glimpse party! Always nice to see a new face.

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  25. I have awarded you with a 'Stylish Blogger Award'. Check out the link for further info. http://thekraftycupcake.blogspot.com/2011/03/award-for-me.html

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  26. That turned out really great. I sew all the time, but have never tried this yet. I am your latest follower. I would love for you to come and check out my blog and follow me back at www.diybydesign.blogspot.com. Thanks so much.

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  27. Cute and I love the colors and pattern.

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  28. Oh I love it!!! well Happy Friday Hugs!

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  29. oops that was supposed to say well done.. :-)

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  30. This has some really great colors. I saw you on Sew Darn Crafty by Sew Many Ways.

    Today is my blog's first linky party. Feel free to join: http://koolbeenz-blog.blogspot.com/search/label/Funky%20Fresh%20Fridays.

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  31. Hi from your newest follower! I love the 'standard patchwork' it's so simple yet very pretty.

    www.sewrayme.co.uk

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