I started this fun little pinwheel pillow back in November for the Savvy Seasons swap, but ended up going in another direction. I set it aside for awhile but got it done right before Christmas so we could still enjoy it. I really love how it turned out and how it has just a little touch of winter to it.
To make the pinwheel blocks I used the Lil' Twister tool!! It was sure a fun way to make them. All you do is use 5 inch charm squares (I cut my own), and then sew them as a patchwork. Then you take the tool and place it on the seams and rotary cut around it, and voila you have your blocks for the pinwheels.
I also got our Little Miss Winter all finished up right before Christmas too. I did a few adjustments to the pattern, but am thinking I need to do a few more before I post a tutorial. So hang in there...it will come. :)
I also added a cute little crochet flower and button as a little hair piece. I wish I would have thought of that for my first one. For the lace I used some vintage lace that came off a sheet!! :)
Now that we are back to a normal schedule, it will be nice to get more sewing done! At least I hope so. :)Happy Tuesday, my friends!!
18 comments:
The return to normal is such a pleasant thing after the holidays...bitter sweet and some how comforting....like a cup of hot chocolate.
Love your makes.
Darling. I took a class and made a small quilt with that tool. Love the pillow!
I love the pillow pattern, I've contemplated making it before. Seeing yours has convinced me I should!
I love my Lil twister and just finished 2 baby blankets for nieces using it :) I love you pillow, the colors are so awesome!!
oh Little Miss Winter has stolen my heart! i can't wait to see a tutorial!! she looks perfect to me!
The cushion is gorgeous, I have never seen anything like this before!
And what an absolute doll! x
Your pillow turned out so gorgeous. I'm looking forward to that Little Miss Winter tute too. Maybe I could get her done in time for next Christmas :) Hee.
adorable doll and lovely pillow! love the colors!
such a delightful colour palette. Love them both!
I just love your doll! I can't wait for the tutorial. I haven't seen this tool so I am going to have to find one!
Your pillow is perfect! Love the fabric! I just got a twister ruler that I am excited to try, I have seen so many cute things made with them. Your little doll is a cutie,too.
It looks so pretty. I love the Twister designs.
The twister can be very addicting, you did a great job.
I bought that tool, too! Adorable pillow! ;p
Little miss Winter is beautiful i adore your use of fabrics and colours for her so cute. Your cushion is gorgeous love those colours to and the edging. dee x
Wow, I just find your Blog and I am really impressed! I will pop in more often. Warmest regards Nicole
Adorable! I've wanted to try out that twisted pattern forever. I have a question on your pillow below. Do you have a pattern that you used? Did you use the paper piecing? I thought I saw something for that in your shop.
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