Dec 6, 2020 | Family Life, Pillows
I had the opportunity to create these special memory pillows for a beloved mother and grandmother. It gave me time to reflect on what grandmothers mean to us. I recall being at a funeral years ago and the priest gave a beautiful homily about grandmas being holy. That...
Nov 21, 2020 | Pillows, Upcycle
I had the opportunity to work with Robin, a long-time client. I think this is my seventh project for her! Many of her projects present challenges. The first was this lovely needlework panel. I retained the beige border and then use linen to make an edging and backing....
Sep 2, 2020 | Pillows, Upcycle
I had the opportunity to create these pillows from vintage varsity letters. My client is a “sentimental freak” and had these saved up. She came up with the idea based on my upcycled letterman jackets. She envisions putting them on the bunkbeds which will...
Jul 14, 2020 | Pillows, Upcycle
I had the opportunity to create additional memory pillows from the marching band uniforms of a local school that is closing. In addition, they gave me choir robes. The robes were black and had a detached stole. The stole is worn with the curve in front and the V in...
Jun 25, 2020 | Pillows, Upcycle
What started as an interesting Coogi sweater, has ended up as a pillow, a wine tote, and a slouchy hat! The knitted fabric is very textural. Some areas even have pockets and overlays, which can make it interesting when trying to use it as a flat piece. The fabric is...