When I saw a tutorial for a Land of Nod inspired cushion, I knew it would make the perfect Christmas gift for my girls. This little beauty cost me less than $20 for materials but more than 3 days of blood, sweat and tears. Now that it's finished, I can say I'm really pleased with the way it turned out and can't wait to place it under the Christmas tree.
I wanted to monogram the cushion, but lacking an embroidery machine I settled for an applique. This font is Cooper Std Black. I loved the idea of having a handle for lugging the pillow around and the piping makes it that much cuter.
And of course I couldn't make just one!
Now my each of my girls have a soft place to rest their bum while they read or watch tv. How long do you think it will take before they use those handles to start swinging these puppies at each other? I'm giving it maybe 30 minutes. :)
When I finished up around 11pm last night, my husband asked how much I would sell these on Etsy. I told him $500. Each. Seriously, I am so impressed at you experienced seamstresses who can confidently whip up anything out of fabric and thread... and I will never again cringe at the prices you charge for your creations!
If you want to attempt a cushion of your own, check out this tutorial by Living with Punks.
They turned out awesome! I love the fabric you chose. And I'm super impressed with the piping. I've never tried to make anything with it.
ReplyDeleteThis is really wonderful! I love the fabric!
ReplyDeleteExquisite! It looks like you did a wonderful job.
ReplyDeleteAdorable. Yes, $500 sounds fair. ;-)
ReplyDeleteWow! Love the fabric...they turned out great! Now that you've tackled these, I have full confidence you can do much more :) Thanks for linking back to me...I love seeing all the cushions being made!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE that fabric, too! What is it?
ReplyDeleteYou can't imagine the expenses associated with running a shop and selling items Taxes, inventory, advertising I used to think wow, I could make so much money if I could sell my stuff at the prices I saw on ebay and etsy Now I think most of these folks aren't really making a profit at all...just supporting their hobby.
ReplyDeletePS...you have a MIL 3 blocks away with an embroidery machine.
ReplyDeleteBTW, your creations are super-cute. I am so impressed by your piping It looks great.
ReplyDeleteThese are beautiful, what a lovely idea for your girls near the book case.
ReplyDeleteThanks for all your sharing, Renelle
Thanks, everyone, for your kind comments. The pillows are holding up great and get daily use. :) I'm honestly not sure what the fabric is called. It's a Mill Creek Fabric and I found it at a local JoAnn Fabric store.
ReplyDeleteIts so cute. These floor cushions will look very much elegant in kids room and they will really enjoy it a lot.
ReplyDeleteThanks