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 …
… the very same Etsy shop that will be filled with my fiber-filled stuffed drop cloth pillow designs.
Because I spent the last half hour adding a shop header and profile and listing my first item for sale …
*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 …
… ripped …
… pinned …
… and stitched …
…then pinned and stitched again.
Then I transferred the monogrammed letter (see how I made mirror image text using Microsoft Word here) …
I followed the package instructions and ironed on …
… under the supervision of Ernie the Beagle …
… 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 …
One “b” down. One “a” to make …
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 …
Linking up:
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This is just adorable!! So creative!! Thanks for sharing.
Meegan
Lovely pillows I can’t saw the best I can do is to hem stuff……..
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!
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
Nice! I make a lot of pillows for the shop…I probably should re-post the owl tutorial at some point…
Gorgeous pillow! Love the monogram! Have a wonderful day, Kellie xx
Nice job! I like the fabric choice, very textural.
love the b pillow
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!
It made my heart skip a beat!
I’m not kidding.
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
These are so cute! I want some for my bed! 🙂
Love!
Can’t wait for the shop!
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
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!
Pretty! And I love the raw look of the flowers on there!
Cute, cute, cute! I’m so excited about the pillow linky party…Lord knows I love a good pillow!
Luv it, Luv it, Luv it! That pillow is adorable!
Adorable!!!
I bet your shop…will b…a hit!
Love the pillow and good luck with your shop! 🙂
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
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
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
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
yea for etsy shoppes. {i’m in the midst of photographing jewelry. gah}
coffee? soon?
yes.
*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
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
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
LOVE the pillow! Good luck with the Etsy shop!
It looks great Linda! Best of luck for your shop! I know you will do great!
Debbie
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
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:)
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!
An etsy shop! Sounds perfect for you =)
I have been meaning to make a pillow. Now I see I must!
You make fabulous pillows Linda. I’m sure your etsy shop is going to be a hit!
This is one slumber party I won’t miss….can’t wait and your Etsy shop is awesome….love the pillows! xo
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!
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
Fabulous work Linda!~
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
Your pillows are beautiful. I love the flowers you added!
Does b stand for beautiful? This is gorgeous! I love it 🙂