Monday, July 26, 2010

Adventures in applique


This project just kind of came together, and quite quickly at that!  I had been eyeing up this tutorial from Kellie over at DontLookNow for some time now, but to be honest was a little intimidated by the idea of applique.  With all the craptastic weather we had this weekend, I literally had ALL day on Sunday to sew!  I figured I'd give this applique technique a spin, and I have to say, I'm hooked!


I think there will be much more applique in my quilting future.  I love this pillow case size, small enough for a quick little project, but so much to look at!


It actually could double as a wall hanging/mini quilt, and measures about 20 inches x 20 inches.  I also thought I'd branch out and try some new filler quilting, so after about an hour of practicing swirls, I think I have it down!  This may be my new favorite...heres more of a close up of the quilting, definitly not perfect, but I really like the effect.

And here's my new pillow at home on the recliner!


I'm hoping to whip up another tote bag like the zebra tote within the next few days to hold my laptop while on vacation next week, so hopefully one more post this week and then I'll be soaking up some sun at the beach! 

Jessica


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  1. DollyJuly 26, 2010 at 8:43 PM

    Wow, is there no end to your talents?
    That pillow cover is OUTSTANDING !
    And it makes the prettiest banner for your blog, too !

    You are amazing.........enjoy the beach !

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  2. CarlaJuly 26, 2010 at 9:27 PM

    I have also been eyeing this tutorial Too! Your pillow came out perfect and it looks great on the recliner.

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  3. trishJuly 30, 2010 at 7:42 AM

    Oh I just love your pillow case! You did a great job and it is so sweet. :o)
    Sincerely ~ Tricia

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  4. AndreaJuly 30, 2010 at 7:43 AM

    OMG I feel like such a fraud now, after making applique cushion covers from ready applique fabric.
    Pillow is fab, sometimes I love it when it rains ,which is quite a lot here in wet old Ireland. I can shut myself away in my sewing room.
    OK I have to go and try some real applique now. Andrea

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  5. LarriJuly 30, 2010 at 7:56 AM

    This is so beautiful! I want one...Right Now! You did a fabulous job on it. Thanks for sharing. Happy Sewing! :o)

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  6. amylouwhosewsJuly 30, 2010 at 8:05 AM

    I saw this last year and bookmarked it! It's so cute! Thanks for sharing!

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  7. PauletteJuly 30, 2010 at 9:22 AM

    Wow, that turned out GREAT! You did such a nice job on it, and it's so, so cute!

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  8. ToriJuly 30, 2010 at 9:46 AM

    I love it, so pretty, and awesome quilting!

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  9. Jan MJuly 30, 2010 at 12:38 PM

    Can't help but smile while looking at that pillow! It is so happy! You did a great job. Enjoy your time at the beach!

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  10. p.s.phyllis sewsJuly 30, 2010 at 1:32 PM

    Beautiful work! You would not know that you had your doubts about trying applique!

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  11. Sarcastic QuilterJuly 30, 2010 at 2:27 PM

    I love it! I wish I could applique... BEAUTIFUL!

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  12. QuiltpiecerJuly 30, 2010 at 3:28 PM

    OMG, I love it! It came out awesome! Way to go!!

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  13. patchworkdelightsJuly 30, 2010 at 4:26 PM

    I love the pillows they are so fresh and pretty and your quilting is lovely!

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  14. NicoleJuly 30, 2010 at 4:53 PM

    So cute and even better as a pillow. Great job!

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  15. RoslynJuly 30, 2010 at 6:38 PM

    Adorable pillows!

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  16. ThreeundertwoJuly 30, 2010 at 7:11 PM

    Great colors! It looks great in your header. Thanks for the tutorial link too. And thanks so much for linking up to Finished for Friday.

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  17. YvonneJuly 30, 2010 at 11:33 PM

    That is so cute! I love the bright colors and whimsical design.

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  18. AnonymousJuly 31, 2010 at 4:40 AM

    I love it! I especially love the swirly tail feathers on the bird, and the quilting. Great job!

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  19. Jessica KellyJuly 31, 2010 at 11:32 AM

    Thanks everyone! I definitly encourage everyone to try Kellie's tutorial! Very easy to pick up and has such a beautiful result no matter what fabrics you choose, definitly a perfect applique project for a first timer (like myself!)

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