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Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Adventures in Sewing: Hydrangea Accent Pillow

My favorite part of the Knock-Off Bel-Air Bedding is the Hydrangea Accent Pillow in the center.
And it was really the easiest part of the whole project!
Here is how I made it!
First, I cut a bunch of '4 leaf clover' shapes from white cotton fabric,
and 2 squares of the grey fabric (20 inches X 20 inches).
Taking one white piece at a time, using needle and thread, go threw the center of the shape, and then around in a circle. Pull the thread tight and stitch to the center of one of the grey squares. 

I used an embroidery hoop as a guide for the circle shape of the hydrangea. 

It took about 50 white pieces to fill in the circle.
 Stitching it by had took a while, but I am really happy with how it turned out! 


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  1. Emily ThompsonApril 10, 2013 at 9:32 AM

    Those flowers are beautiful! I am going to have to try this sometime... pinning :o) I came over from Ginger Snap... but I would love for you to link up to my party too! It will be open for another day :o)
    Emily
    www.nap-timecreations.com

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  2. Stampin' VMG206April 10, 2013 at 3:45 PM

    So pretty! Love the white and gray together and the flower is a nice pop of texture.
    I'm visiting you today from Wow Me Wednesday. I hope you get a chance to stop by my blog and leave a comment, too!
    ~ Megin of VMG206
    Burlap Ruffle Wreath

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  3. Sarah L.April 10, 2013 at 7:24 PM

    Just found your blog!! Love your posts. Following!

    I just started a new "pinteresty" blog and I would love for you to follow me back so that we can continue to share ideas. :)
    http://naptimenothings.blogspot.com/

    Looking forward to more posts,
    Sarah@
    Naptime Nothings

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  4. Jamie-So Much Better With AgeApril 13, 2013 at 11:28 PM

    This is so sweet! I love it ;)
    Jamie @ somuchbetterwithage.com

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  5. Abby @ Just a Girl and Her BlogApril 14, 2013 at 7:43 PM

    Ooh I would love to make one of these--pinning! I popped over from Alderberry Hill--thanks for sharing!

    ~Abby =)

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  6. Heidi PolcynApril 15, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    Cute! I'm always looking for great new pillow ideas. Love this one!

    Heidi

    http://handmadefrenzy.blogspot.com/

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  7. Donna WilkesApril 15, 2013 at 2:17 PM

    Very clever and creative use of fabric and a lot of time. It paid off with this beautiful pillow.

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  8. Crystelle BoutiqueApril 15, 2013 at 10:42 PM

    Wow!!! I didn't know how to make hydrangeas..... Thanks for sharing. Very pretty!
    Wishing you a superb Tuesday... :)

    hugs x
    Crystelle

    Crystelle Boutique

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  9. JennaApril 17, 2013 at 7:55 PM

    This is adorable! I love how simple it looks! Would love it if you would link this up to Give Me The Goods Monday: 1 Party, 5 Blogs! http://www.rainonatinroof.com/2013/04/give-me-goods-monday-link-party-4.html
    Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof

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  10. Danni@SiloHillFarmApril 19, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    So pretty! Love tip of using the embroidery hoop for getting the shape. Clever girl! Pinned this!

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