*cough* *cough*
*sneeze*
It’s a little itchy, a little scratchy. It smells like a horse stall.
But, boy, is it pretty!
{heart} Burlap {heart}
I told you earlier today about the pillows I saw at 20 Something’s blog. I finished my version and I am totally satisfied!
Pillows are a great way to change up your space with in seconds.
But , I didn’t hold on to them. I put them in my booth for sale.
So, I made the Mr. & Mrs. burlap pillows.
{{{Great Valentine’s Day gift}}}
Do you love them as much as I do?
Here is a little tutorial. So, you too, can make some of your own!
Grab your burlap ladies !
In my opinion the first step is very important.
Ironing your fabric out nice and straight ensures nice even cuts and exact measurements. Using starch is just another way to keep your fabric flat and workable.
Next, figure out what size your pillow is going to be. Earlier today, I didn’t have my pillow inserts (they were in our storage building) So, I grabbed a pillow that I made a few months ago and has the same size inserts.
Be sure to add an extra inch (or two-to leave room for errors)
My pillow insert is a little less than 16″x16″. So, I cut my fabric out to 17″x17″.
Sew your edges. Use the guide lines on your sewing machine to guarantee an even edge all the way around the pillow.
Now, I don’t have any stencils this big. Or stamps. So , I made my own. If you don’t like this idea, there are so many great ideas out there of MANY different way to achieve a similar look! I drew my choice of font onto a heavy paper (I actually used a file folder.) I suggest it it be a thick paper so it will stay in place. Then , I took an exacto knife to cut around my lines . Exacto knifes can be found almost anywhere for as low as a few bucks.
Tape the newly made stencil into place. Just to keep everything nice and neat. Otherwise you may start painting and it could move on you. We don’t want that.
Dab the paint all over the stencil. I suggest doing it heavier in some places and lighter in others. This will make a more rustic look. Which, I prefer.
You’re all done!
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Oh! Those look great too!! You did a great job-and don't you love saving money?!
There's no way I would have paid $59 a pillow at Ballard Designs. Thanks for stopping by!
I like the way you pillows turned out. I know I could cut a stencil but I think I need to look for some alphabet stencils. I have seen so many ways of using them while visiting blogs. Your tutorial was very helpful and I hope to try some pillows soon.
Love them! So creative!
These are adorable! I love that you made your own stencil
Hi I am a new follower ~ I found you on the It's so very cheri link party. Wanted to tell you that I love these pillows ~ they are soooo cute! I think I will have to try this. It will be my first attempt at making pillows :0)
I love these pillows and the styling in your photos.
Love these….you make them look so easy! They're very cute, look great on that bed. I also like the feed sack pillows.
Gorgeous!! Thanks for sharing the tutorial
I'd love to see you on my weekend linky party 
Found you on Coastal Charm! These are so cute. I'm thinking I need to try them myself…
This is an awesome project! I would like to invite you to my linky party, Masterpiece Monday, at my blog, Boogieboard Cottage. The link will be up all week. I hope you can join the fun! Have a great week, Mary :O)
I've always LOVED burlap, so this post is right up my alley… what a gorgeous project! Thanks for sharing such an inspiring DIY!
So clever! I love how you've made a stamp out of file folders. Genius!
P.S. Thanks for leaving a comment of Fancy House Road the other day. I've never been to MommaHen and you're site is adorable! I can't wait to check back often.
Cheers,
Camberley
I love these! They would go perfectly with my master bedroom remodeling plans. Bookmarking for later. Thanks!
Love your pillows! Thanks for sharing the tutorial!
Visiting from Transformation Thursday and now following you!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Amanda
Those are adorable!!
Love these! I have a bunch of burlap left over from another project. I definitely want to make some of these!
Love these! I have a bunch of burlap left over from another project so I definitely want to make some of these! I couldn't agree with you more on the “scent” (odor) of burlap but the texture is just so nice!
very cute!! looks so nice on you bed.
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Great idea! Thanks for the info!
Well done, they look great, great tutorial too.I'm blog hopping today, so happy I found your lovely blog. Wishing you happiness, Katherine
Thanks for posting this tutorial! I love burlap – these would be so cute for spring (or any season really)!
Fabulous! I love it. Thanks for linking up to my newbie party. Please go back and read my guidelines…thanks…
you need to add my link and follow along as well. I will be having this cool partay every week.
Very cute! Love the burlap trend as well! I'm your newest follower!
I like you take on the burlap pillows and the feed sack ones were cute too. I am visiting from the Newbie Party and am now a follower.
I also saw the original post about these pillows. It's on my long list of “to do's”! These turned out great, thanks for sharing! I found you on Debbiedoo's.
Melanie
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Hi, I am your newest follower! Love your pillows!!! I am starting to make number pillows, I am a little nervous about closing up the last side, as I have never done it before. Lots of praying!
Theresa
i love anything with burlap – but especially these! great job!
Is that your bed in the picture? I love it! Where did you get it?
Yea! It's another one of my Craigslist finds : $15!
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Your Mr & Mrs pillows are just gorgeous! What a great tutorial, thanks! X
Your Mr & Mrs cushions look so fantastic! What a great tutorial, thanks! X
These pillows look great! What kind of paint do you use? Thanks for sharing! Tina