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Felt Confetti Pillow

January 6, 2011 By Spoonful of Sugar - 29 Comments

The Stitch Winter/Spring 2011 Issue will be hitting the news stands in just over a week.    I am thrilled to have my Felt Confetti Pillow on the cover. This issue is all about sewing techniques and you can read a preview here.

I haven’t seen the magazine yet but here are some photos I took of the cushion before I mailed it off.

We have recently bought new sofas for our Media Room and I can’t wait to make some more pillows to co-ordinate with this one to jazz up the space.  We have framed some old LP Album Covers on the walls which compliment the cushion – I might change over some of the covers – we have a big box in storage and it is great way to use them.

I started my 4 weeks annual leave yesterday from the day job, so hope to find some time to work on some home improvement projects over the summer. Although with a new school year to organise for, family birthdays, and a family holiday, I am sure the next few weeks will fly by!

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: felt, pillows

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  1. two hippos says

    January 7, 2011 at 2:08 am

    what a lovely cushion, I shall have to see if we can buy Stitch over here.

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  2. The Wittering Knitter says

    January 7, 2011 at 10:19 am

    You’re soooo talented! I love this cushion, it is so much fun. Congrats on the front cover too, that’s brilliant! 🙂 x

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  3. Kate says

    January 6, 2011 at 10:05 pm

    Great pillow and congratulations on it being on the cover!!

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  4. Jos says

    January 6, 2011 at 10:10 pm

    You must be soooo proud! Congrationlations and I love the pillow cover

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  5. Dragonfly says

    January 6, 2011 at 11:02 pm

    Oh, I absolutely love this! I am going to have to make one/some for our new den. Congrats on the magazine cover too!

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  6. Anita says

    January 6, 2011 at 11:11 pm

    I so love your cushion covers!!!! They are so funky girl. Great way to use up some felt. Enjoy your holidays and have a great time doing your favourite things.

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  7. Sandi Butler says

    January 6, 2011 at 11:19 pm

    Congratulations on your cushion being on the front cover of Stitch, how exciting! Love those colours!

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  8. Margaret says

    January 6, 2011 at 11:23 pm

    A new and all colour cushion— What an eye catcher and on the front cover whoopee.

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  9. clare's craftroom says

    January 7, 2011 at 12:53 am

    Love the cushion ! I’ll be tracking that magazine down , congratulations !

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  10. Kirsty@Bonjour says

    January 7, 2011 at 1:19 am

    Congratulations! Can’t wait to see what you get up to in your holidays. Don’t forget to relax a bit too! Have fun.

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  11. Natalia says

    January 7, 2011 at 1:53 am

    holas
    es realmente precioso !!!
    un beso

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  12. lisette says

    January 7, 2011 at 3:13 am

    Great cushion!!! Congratulations!
    Enjoy your free time.

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  13. suzitee says

    January 7, 2011 at 3:27 am

    Happy holidays Lisa! Enjoy your time away, and happy birthday to Sarah! Congratulations on the cover…wow, that is SO exciting! I am thrilled for you.

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  14. Stephanie says

    January 7, 2011 at 4:54 am

    How rewarding to be a cover girl. I love all the circles. Great pillow.

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  15. Pinkadot Quilts says

    January 7, 2011 at 5:18 am

    Your pillow is adorable! that magazine is one of my favorites, I will be looking for it.

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  16. Linda says

    January 7, 2011 at 5:39 am

    Congrats on the Cover, the pillow is so ‘funky’ it looks great and have a happy holiday if you are going away and a restful (if thats possible)one if you are staying home.
    xx

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  17. Bela says

    January 7, 2011 at 6:21 am

    Lisa, dear, the cushion is awesome!!! Artwork!! You always amaze me with your talent!! Inspiring!!

    Love! Bela

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  18. Kate says

    January 7, 2011 at 6:33 am

    This so so fab and congratulations n being on the cover! Where can we learn how to make sure beautiful things like you… you set such a high level to follow!

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  19. randi---i have to say says

    January 7, 2011 at 7:51 am

    VERY cute pillows!

    Enjoy your vacation time! 🙂

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  20. Handmade in Israel says

    January 7, 2011 at 8:21 am

    Congratulations on being the “cover girl”! I adore that pillow! Adore it!

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  21. Bonnie says

    January 7, 2011 at 8:41 am

    Ahhhhh, this is one of the cutest pillows ever.

    http://glamkittenslitterbox.blogspot.com/

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  22. KaHolly says

    January 7, 2011 at 9:04 am

    OMG, that’s fantastic!! I’ve never heard of this magazine, but you can bet I’m going to find it!! Congratulations! ~karen

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  23. Terriaw says

    January 7, 2011 at 9:39 am

    What a cool project! Great way to use felt scraps too. It reminds me of those penny rugs or coins I used to see. Can’t wait to get the newest issue of my fav magazine! Always fun to find your projects in there.

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  24. Luisa says

    January 7, 2011 at 12:40 pm

    Congratulations on the magazine. Can’t wait for it to come out. The pillow looks fun. Great job!

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  25. kasthurirajam says

    January 7, 2011 at 5:46 pm

    beautiful

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  26. em's scrapbag says

    January 7, 2011 at 8:08 pm

    This is fabulous! Very fun.

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  27. rachelmp says

    January 8, 2011 at 2:06 am

    Love the pillow Lisa and congratulations on the cover too!

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  28. K-Sue says

    January 8, 2011 at 7:45 pm

    Congrats on the cover!

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  29. Shannon says

    January 15, 2011 at 6:03 pm

    How did I get so behind on your blog posts?!? Congratulations on getting the cover, and I love your design – it makes me happy just looking at it! (Of course, I can’t help ponder a red background…) 🙂

    Reply

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