Painted Pillow Nest Copy

I recently got an email from The Nest for their new magazine.  Page 4 was my inspiration for this painted pillow.
You can see The Nests magazine 2011 issue for free here:  The Nest

I quickly made a pillowcase out of leftover curtain material and put in a pink zipper that I had.  (and no, I didn't break out my zipper foot for my machine...I just winged it with the b foot)

Swiper no swipee!

 I grabbed the acrylic and fabric paint colors, I had on hand, and used a foam brush to make my paint swipes.  I let it dry and then put a cloth over top and ironed it to seal the paint.  Now I can wash it if need be and the paint should stay true to its color.  

Then I stuffed it with the poly-stuffing and zipped it close.   Viola! 

 My baby loves the park!  The weather had been particularly nice as of late.  She loves the swing here too!

And wants to start driving soon!

Mommy, can I take this home?

How have you been enjoying your summer? 

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Change it up

I just loved this fabric when I saw it.  It's soft, almost fleece like.  I covered this pillow below. 

 I have two of these that I had made over a year ago.  I was bored with them, so I just added the blue cover. 

What color would you have picked?

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Happy Cow Pillow

My babe's new favorite pillow

Searching through my stash of craft items, I found my soft cow applique. I sewed this on. Actually lots of fun to do.

Then grabbed some felt and made a C for my baby and tossed on a strong button. I then sewed my two pieces together and stuffed in some poly-fil.

I put a ribbon in between the seam, and sewed some lines to close it all up.
It is my girl's favorite pillow, and she's learning about animals, letters, and the feel of different textures.

Christmas is coming soon; I hope everyone is doing well and fitting in all the fun!