Sometimes I get so "in the zone" with a project, that I have to finish it as soon as possible... its not always a practical approach when you have a job. This cushion was intended for sale in my etsy shop, but in my eagerness I seem to have messed up a seam (which would have involved a lot of work to fix) and so you are looking at a "second".... destined for our sofa. Not a bad thing, as I like it...
I have taken off most of my crochet covers and given them a wash. Some have been taken apart; the photo below is of a back I had made for a cushion. I love the colours and had forgotten I'd made this square... the colour scheme would make a wonderful blanket. All the colours used are Stylecraft DK.
I've just finished a busy period of work and now have a few days off. I am officially a "Tour de France" widow, which suits me just fine as I can craft away to my hearts delight guilt free.
The junk and charity shops have been kind to me this past week and I have picked up a few lovely tablecloths and fabric... This cross stitch cushion cover is made out of a small tablecloth and is backed with a super fabric found at a car boot sale.
Do any of you dear readers like doing craft fairs?
I am going to put the cushion covers in my Etsy shop... until I make up my mind about the craft fair.
We went to a neighbours barbecue at the weekend and I wore my winter jacket and sheepskin boots... I left before midnight as I was cold. It is July. The good thing about the weather is it is spurring me on to finish my crochet shawl/scarf... and also that I love the way our garden flowers look in the rain. So with that, I will leave you with a picture of our lilies and wish you all a wonderful crafty week x
Hi vintage sheets and vintage embroidery, lovely combination, I will try this! Ada :)
ReplyDeleteHa vuelto la epoca vintage me encanta. Me gusta mucho visitarte porque tienes unos trabajos preciosos, que tengas buena semana, un abrazo
ReplyDeleteHi , LOVE your latest cushions they are both gorgeous ....the strip of embroidery and ric rac is sooo pretty and original....just lovely.
ReplyDeleteI haven't been brave enough to do any fairs...May be one day.
Jacquie x
Beautiful cushion - I love the combination of fabrics you've used :)
ReplyDeleteSuch lovely cushions and inspiring too, my last op shop trip had a mission and that was to find embroidery etc, found a couple of pieces. I need to give them a soak first and then I'll be off!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see what you make Sue...happy sewing x
DeleteA beautiful cushion you have made! I would love to do a craft fair one day. I have just started out with my handmade goodies, so maybe after my first year, I will venture into doing them! They look fun! xo Heather
ReplyDeleteYour sewing is so beautiful, I think your items would sell like hot cakes!
DeleteTodo precioso y de un gusto exquisito, me encanta todos tus trabajos!!
ReplyDeleteabrazos!
Your cushions are just so lovely!
ReplyDeleteFantásticos e encantadores trabalhos!
ReplyDeleteLevo a inspiração e a vontade de fazer o Vintage popcorn que é lidíssimo.
Quando o fizer deixo o link para o original.
Bons crochets!
Abraço dos Açores
Nélia