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pillowpalooza

April 18, 2012 By Linda 42 Comments

pillowpalooza

Yeah.  My head is filled with stuff. And fluff. And stuff filled with fluff.  Fiber-filled fluff.  The fluff that is stuffed to the brim in my drop cloth design co. pillows …

… I’m so, so, so very close to opening the Etsy I can taste it …

… the very same Etsy shop that will be filled with my fiber-filled stuffed drop cloth pillow designs.

… although the taste in my mouth is bittersweet as I write this.

Because I spent the last half hour adding a shop header and profile and listing my first item for sale …

… and then …

*poof *

… my hard work vanished.

Does anyone have Al Gore’s number or email address?  I mean, he did invent the Internet after all, right?

Perhaps he could tell me where to go to recover my Etsy shop header and listing?

* sigh *

So instead of giving you the link to the Etsy, I’ll give you a tutorial on how I made the very first product that will be featured at the Etsy.

But first I’ll invite you to share your favorite pillow talk at my pillow fight pillowpalooza link party next week …

The party is co-hosted by some of my bloggy buds: Thistlewood Farms and The Cottage Market …

… because, like the Pom pillow I’ll be offering on Etsy, Kari and Andrea and I cheer each other on.

Now this party is open to all bloggers.  But I’m also opening this party up to Etsy shops.  Etsy shops that stock pillows, that is.  And if you’re and Etsy shop without a blog and have never done the link party thing, click here for a tutorial on how to link up …

I started with my thrifty pillow form to determine the length and width of fabric needed and snipped …

b pillow how to 1 (550x413)
… ripped …

b pillow how to 2 (550x413)
… pinned …

b pillow how to 3 (550x413)
… and stitched …

b pillow how to sew (550x413)
…then pinned and stitched again.

b pillow how to 4 (550x413)b pillow how to 5 (550x413)

Then I transferred the monogrammed letter (see how I made mirror image text using Microsoft Word here) …

b pillow mirror image (550x413)
I followed the package instructions and ironed on …

b pillow how to 7(550x413)
… under the supervision of Ernie the Beagle …

b pillow how to ernie (550x413)
… he’s not looking too pleased with me …

[A side note:  I used iron-on transfer paper made for laser printers on my inkjet printer.  It was a mistake I made months ago … but I much prefer the end result.  The transfer comes out grainy … which I like … and doesn’t leave behind that annoying film outline … which I like even more.]

The finishing touch:  hand sewed on the rosettes I made here …

b pillow how to 8 (550x413)
One “b” down.  One “a” to make …

b pillow how to final 4 (550x413)
b pillow how to final 2 (550x413)
b pillow done (550x413)

Oh, and that particular “b” pillow now lives in Montana …

P.S. My Etsy is now up.  Click here to find out more and enter a giveaway to win your very own customized monogrammed pillow …

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Comments

  1. Meegan says

    April 18, 2012 at 4:23 am

    This is just adorable!! So creative!! Thanks for sharing.
    Meegan

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  2. Jo-Anne's Rambling says

    April 18, 2012 at 5:33 am

    Lovely pillows I can’t saw the best I can do is to hem stuff……..

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  3. Katie Goldsworthy says

    April 18, 2012 at 5:47 am

    Oh geesh….I have a pillow obsession. I’ve made almost 20 in the past 6 mo that I’ve been blogging. This will be really great….but I will have to have some self control while looking at all the awesome pillow ideas!

    Reply
  4. The House at Bluebird Lane says

    April 18, 2012 at 6:34 am

    Linda, Thanks for sharing your tutorial on how to make such a fabulous pillow! Your niece is one lucky girl. 🙂 I’ve nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award! Please stop by when you get a moment to check it out. I hope you have a great night!
    Sharla

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  5. Kirby Dunton Carespodi says

    April 18, 2012 at 9:37 am

    Nice! I make a lot of pillows for the shop…I probably should re-post the owl tutorial at some point…

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  6. Kellie Collis says

    April 18, 2012 at 11:37 am

    Gorgeous pillow! Love the monogram! Have a wonderful day, Kellie xx

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  7. Anne says

    April 18, 2012 at 12:58 pm

    Nice job! I like the fabric choice, very textural.

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  8. ARod says

    April 18, 2012 at 12:59 pm

    love the b pillow

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  9. Peggy says

    April 18, 2012 at 1:09 pm

    Aren’t pillows the greatest?!! And drop cloth pillows even more so!!! In fact I am waiting to for the laundry to finish so I can work on my next pillow cover. And isn’t Karianne just the sweetest thing ever!! I am so glad that I found both of you!! And I know I’ve not said it before but THANK YOU so very much for being one of my VERY first Linky Followers!!

    Toodles!

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  10. Amy@BuffaloRoam says

    April 18, 2012 at 2:37 pm

    It made my heart skip a beat!

    I’m not kidding.

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  11. Jessica says

    April 18, 2012 at 4:35 pm

    Linda,

    Can you believe I just made my FIRST pillow last Friday? I totally want to do the transfer paper stuff. Seems much easier than some of the other ways to get lettering on fabric. I’m all about the easy button 😉

    I just gave you a like on facebook 😉

    Have a great Wednesday!

    xoxoxo

    Jessica @ The Junk Nest

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  12. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says

    April 18, 2012 at 6:51 pm

    These are so cute! I want some for my bed! 🙂

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  13. Kolein says

    April 18, 2012 at 7:25 pm

    Love!

    Can’t wait for the shop!

    Reply
  14. Jessica @ Stay at Home-ista says

    April 18, 2012 at 7:56 pm

    So cute! Your ruffle pillow has a prominent place in my living room, and it could use a buddy once you get that Etsy shop up:)

    Jessica

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  15. Jennifer L. Griffin says

    April 18, 2012 at 8:09 pm

    Isn’t all of that tech-y stuff just so frustrating sometimes? Hope you’ve worked it all out. This pillow turned out really cute and I’m dying to see the huge pom pillow!

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  16. Steph @ Crafting in the Rain says

    April 18, 2012 at 8:46 pm

    Pretty! And I love the raw look of the flowers on there!

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  17. Sarah says

    April 18, 2012 at 10:09 pm

    Cute, cute, cute! I’m so excited about the pillow linky party…Lord knows I love a good pillow!

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  18. Sherry says

    April 18, 2012 at 11:06 pm

    Luv it, Luv it, Luv it! That pillow is adorable!

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  19. Dana @ Cooking At Cafe D says

    April 18, 2012 at 11:25 pm

    Adorable!!!
    I bet your shop…will b…a hit!

    Reply
  20. Misti@Living On Cypress Hill says

    April 19, 2012 at 1:08 am

    Love the pillow and good luck with your shop! 🙂

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  21. Ivy and Elephants says

    April 19, 2012 at 1:25 am

    If that is not the cutest pillow ever!!! Your shop will be so awesome. Would you mind sharing this inspirational post at our WIW linky party? Hope to see you there!

    Paula
    ivyandelephants.blogspot.com

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  22. Jana@Transformations From the Heart says

    April 19, 2012 at 1:51 am

    Super cute and great tutorial. I just love your pillows! I’m sure your shop will be a hit!!
    BTW-I wanted to let you know that I nominated you for The Versatile Blogger Award today. When you get a chance stop by my blog to read all about it.
    Thanks

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  23. Jaime Lyn says

    April 19, 2012 at 1:57 am

    Ohhhh noooo you get that darn etsy shop all figured out, because I CAN’T wait to check out what you are going to be selling!!! I will start saving my pennies! Thank you for the great tutorial too! I am pinning!
    Jaime from crafty scrappy happy

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  24. The Nester says

    April 19, 2012 at 2:21 am

    I love this pillow as well as the well done tutorial! Visiting from Beyond the Picket Fence and I’m your newest follower! Can’t wait to see what else you have in store for us! Laura at http://www.theironstonenest.com

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  25. nicolette @ momnivore's dilemma says

    April 19, 2012 at 3:56 am

    yea for etsy shoppes. {i’m in the midst of photographing jewelry. gah}

    coffee? soon?

    yes.

    Reply
  26. kijsa says

    April 19, 2012 at 4:29 am

    *swoon* I am in love with your fun and fabulous pillows! I especially love the tip on the laser/ink jet transfer paper…happy accidents are the best and I like the faded look too!

    I love your blog!

    I am always up for a good party & love the invite!!!
    …now of I can just figure out this new linky to my etsy shop!

    Blessings,
    Kijsa

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  27. Eclectically Vintage says

    April 19, 2012 at 12:52 pm

    Glad to soon be seeing the official Etsy shop become reality! The pillows are amazing – you’re sure to be a success!

    And looks like Ernie is nice free labor too – definitely add him to your cheering section!
    Kelly

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  28. Karah @ thespacebetweenblog says

    April 19, 2012 at 1:47 pm

    CONGRATS to being so close to the shop opening. I absolutely love those rosettes, and a “b” anything would work really well in my space…just sayin’. 😉
    I’ve got your button in my sidebar, and shared your link on facebook. Cheerleaders of all shapes and sizes are supporting your every endeavor. 🙂
    And I think you should make Ernie CEO.
    Karah

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  29. Kathy {Pearls in Paradise} says

    April 19, 2012 at 2:34 pm

    LOVE the pillow! Good luck with the Etsy shop!

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  30. reFresh reStyle says

    April 19, 2012 at 2:37 pm

    It looks great Linda! Best of luck for your shop! I know you will do great!
    Debbie

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  31. Stacey says

    April 19, 2012 at 5:22 pm

    What a sweet pillow!
    I would love if you stopped by to link it up to my party happening NOW! I would love to have you there!
    Stacey of Embracing Change
    http://staceyembracingchange.blogspot.com

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  32. Angie says

    April 19, 2012 at 7:56 pm

    I love that pillow!! And what a pinning job! You look very meticulous. 🙂 I can’t wait until pillowpalooza! I really enjoy theme linky parties. So glad you girls are doing one. Now I’ve got to get busy stitching something up!

    Angie:)

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  33. Krystle @ Color Transformed Family says

    April 20, 2012 at 3:33 am

    Your pillow looks great! I am excited about the linky party. I have been searching for when for our master bedroom. This gives me just the incentive I need!

    Reply
  34. Fox Hollow Cottage says

    April 20, 2012 at 3:37 am

    An etsy shop! Sounds perfect for you =)

    I have been meaning to make a pillow. Now I see I must!

    Reply
  35. Cre8ive Motives says

    April 20, 2012 at 4:20 am

    You make fabulous pillows Linda. I’m sure your etsy shop is going to be a hit!

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  36. Lynn@ The Vintage Nest says

    April 20, 2012 at 12:33 pm

    This is one slumber party I won’t miss….can’t wait and your Etsy shop is awesome….love the pillows! xo

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  37. Danni Baird @ Silo Hill Farm says

    April 21, 2012 at 10:12 am

    This is gorgeous! I have never made a pillow before, but you’ve inspired me. I’m going to give it a try and join your Pillowpalooza. Thank you for sharing this and for inspiring me to get reacquainted with my sewing machine!

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  38. Cindy The Victorian Journey says

    April 22, 2012 at 12:47 am

    I loved the pillow. I do not sew but it makes me want to take up sewing. Great job so enjoyed your blog.
    I am new to blogging come and see me if you get a chance. I would love your visit.

    Cindy

    Reply
  39. Debbiedoo's says

    April 24, 2012 at 1:24 am

    Fabulous work Linda!~

    Reply
  40. Charm Bracelet Diva says

    April 24, 2012 at 3:03 pm

    Love this pillow! I’m your newest follower, from Today’s Creative Blog Get Your Craft On. Hope you’ll stop by and say hello!

    Kathleen

    Reply
  41. Brandi says

    April 25, 2012 at 11:28 am

    Your pillows are beautiful. I love the flowers you added!

    Reply
  42. Karen at Bargain-ista.com says

    April 30, 2012 at 6:32 am

    Does b stand for beautiful? This is gorgeous! I love it 🙂

    Reply

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