Here is the finished product. This pillow along with the yo yo pillow done in a previous post will be given to my oldest son and DIL for Christmas. They have two cats and I thought this would be a cute addition to their apartment. My DIL's favorite color is gray. That is why both pillows have gray in them.
Here is the back with the bicycle fabric that Stephanie gave me. My son loves riding and working on bikes ever since he was a little boy so that part is for him.
I like the mini pom pom trim but is was really hard to sew onto the pillow because there wasn't much of an edge to sew on. This pattern came from Red Brolly. It was a free BOM from her blog.
If you click on the photo of the pillow to enlarge it you will see that the thread looks variegated. Come back this weekend and I will have a tutorial showing you how to get the look.
Happy Veterans Day! thank you to all of you have served in the military. I am grateful.With Passion,
Carrie P.
How important it is to recognize our hereos and she-roes. Maya Angelou
Carrie, it is just purrrr-fect. I know they will love it!! Especially because so much thought went into it's construction! Well done. ~karen
ReplyDeleteHi Carrie..Sweet pillow,with the kitty and bird ....Christmas is coming fast isn't it!!
ReplyDeleteNice..( She-roes)
Carrie, the pillow is wonderful. I'm sure your son & DIL will love it!
ReplyDeleteThe embroidery is beautiful...I'm sure they'll love it.
ReplyDeleteI love that little stitchery! The cat looks so content :-)
ReplyDeleteThe Brutis pillow looks great in monotones!
ReplyDeleteI love the pillow, and have been collecting the free patterns from Red Brolly. Thanks for the idea.
ReplyDeleteCarrie - the pillows are absolutely terrific and i actually like the grey's.
ReplyDeleteI can hardly wait for your tutorial on how to make the quilting thread look variegated.
Hugs - Marie
How beautiful!! I love the colors you used! Good job on the trim too, I don't think I'd have the patience for that, lol. Very lovely!
ReplyDeleteIt turned out great. that bicycle fabric turned out great, didn't it?
ReplyDeleteWhat a great little pillow! The bicycle fabric is perfect for the back. That is cool trim.
ReplyDeletelovely stitching. I love Bronwyn Hayes stitcheries.
ReplyDeleteIs that a Catlicious design? Made up nicely into a pillow.
ReplyDeleteI love it so much
ReplyDeleteIt came with unexpected color for a daughter, but it turned out to be so sweet
Another lovely gift Carrie :0)
ReplyDeleteCrispy
Very sweet pillow. Love the punch of yellow to offset the gray.
ReplyDeleteThe pillow came out wonderfully.
ReplyDeleteI love her designs and have made some items with them too.
Debbie
Oh I love the pillow, it's going to be a good addition. The bike fabric is so cute.
ReplyDeleteWhat a darling pillow! I love the way you did the whole thing in "one" color!
ReplyDeleteGreat stitched pillow Carrie! You are getting lots of gifts made.
ReplyDeleteLove the little sleeping kitty. Too cute.
ReplyDeleteOh how beautiful....I wish I were on your Christmas list!
ReplyDeletethere is nothing more lovely than a gift made with loving hands.
Happy sewing....I look forward to the tutorial.
Lovely pillow... :o)
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh that is a fantastic pillow. Love the little hint of color amongst the grey. Perfect use of the bike fabric.
ReplyDeleteYay! Kitty! This is an awesome pillow. I love the variegated look and the fabulous pom-pom trim. Beautiful work, Carrie!
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