I can’t stay out of the
Thrift Shops and I can’t stop making upcycled pillows! Thrifting for upcycling is so much fun
because I can look at ALL the sizes with “new eyes” in my quest for fabrics and
patterns to transform.
Upcycled to a Pillow |
The blouse had a hem that I liked but wasn’t sure what I would use it for until I started putting things together.
The polka dot pillow was simple. I used the entire width of the sweater, so I only had to machine stitch the top edge, then turn it, stuff it and close up the finished bottom edge. Fast, easy, inexpensive and a great accent with the black and white theme.
The bolster pillow turned out great too. I can’t even begin to explain how I did it…. I just kept fooling around until I was happy. The black background was from my friend's discarded sweater with moth holes and the lacy end sections are the hem of the white blouse. I really like the results!
The bolster pillow turned out great too. I can’t even begin to explain how I did it…. I just kept fooling around until I was happy. The black background was from my friend's discarded sweater with moth holes and the lacy end sections are the hem of the white blouse. I really like the results!
Check out the other pillows
I upcycled.
Transformed a moth eaten sweater, the cut off bits of hemmed sweatpants and added some interesting buttons. Talk about 'trash to treasure'! |
This one used to be a dress. |
Similar to a Pottery Barn pillow for a lot less money. |
Remembering Grandfather! I used his worn sport coats and ties to make sentimental pillows for all the cousins. |