Cushion fun

Thanks for the loving, I really needed it, you made me cry and you made me smile, you girls are amazing!

It also gave me the motivation to start and complete my cushion cover last night
I had so much fun with this.  After alot of procrastination about how I should do the back, I finally settled on an envelope style with some vintage floral fabric
I used some of the floral for the flowers and machine stitched the stem and leaf detail on denim(my favourite) 

It's not perfect, maybe a bit wonky and very minimal but it's my first ever cushion cover and I really enjoyed making it.  

Fingers crossed my swappee likes it.
Thanks Vic, this was soooo much fun.

Are you crafting today? I bet it's wonderful!
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Comments

  1. Amy18 May 2011 at 14:37

    Cute cushion cover. I am sure your swappee will love it.

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  2. Cat from Raspberry Rainbow18 May 2011 at 14:43

    Your cushion is gorgeous! I love your flowers. I wish I was in the cushion swap now. Maybe next time!

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  3. Kelly Casanova18 May 2011 at 14:59

    Gorgeous cushion Cathie! Glad yours isn't perfect either ;)
    One of my girls is looking over my shoulder and exclaimed "oh, what a beautiful red couch!"

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  4. posie blogs Jennie McClelland18 May 2011 at 15:45

    Oh yes, lucky cushion swappee. Still putting in votes for your my love, good luck, love Posie

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  5. Squiggly Rainbow18 May 2011 at 16:31

    I had a dream about the cushion swap last night, maybe I should do it? I haven't registered.... mmmm.... xoxox have a great day xoxo

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  6. Little Cooties18 May 2011 at 16:50

    Sooo Sweet! I love this cushion, well done :)

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  7. koralee18 May 2011 at 17:54

    What joy that red sofa brings ......and your cushion...lovely. Hugs my friend.

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  8. Lou18 May 2011 at 18:40

    Looks brilliant! Well done. You would never know it was your first.

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  9. angelina18 May 2011 at 19:16

    lovely lavender lady ! xo

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  10. Tas18 May 2011 at 22:29

    What a sweet cushion. And that couch is gorgeous too!

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  11. Maxabella18 May 2011 at 23:18

    Your first ever? You are amazing Cathie!!!! x

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  12. LionessLady18 May 2011 at 23:44

    Love your first cushion cover! Go on, make another!!!

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  13. Cass19 May 2011 at 00:07

    Love your cushion

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  14. Brenda @ 13 Acres19 May 2011 at 00:32

    wow i can't believe thats your first cushion cover - its awesome!!! love the little flowers and it's just perfect with the envelope back! just read your previous post too! hugs for you darling! you're in my thoughts. hope to catch up soon! i've lost track of NBC dates, was it this week or next? xx

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  15. flowersandhome19 May 2011 at 02:30

    It is beautiful and made with so much love; your swappee will adore it, I'm sure of it!
    Bye,
    Marian

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  16. Anonymous19 May 2011 at 02:51

    That is really adorable. Well done.

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  17. Lola Nova19 May 2011 at 07:43

    Oh, it's fantastic! How clever you are and I am super impressed as it is your first!
    Such a happy cushion, well done.

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  18. ~*~ saskia ~*~19 May 2011 at 08:57

    I like all your designs with the jeans, Cathie. A jeans cushion is just beautiful!
    Have a happy Friday, weekend is around the corner .. o xx o

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  19. Anonymous19 May 2011 at 10:37

    aawww Cathie that's fantastic and so pretty ;-)) you did so well she will love it. And i love that red sofa to very retro ;-)) enjoy the rest of your week, dee x

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  20. Carmel's Closet19 May 2011 at 17:01

    I agree Cathie, denim is the best. This looks lovely, with the soft flower fabric against the stronger denim. Enjoy.
    Hoping you have a fabulous weekend.
    Carmel
    x

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  21. Operaton You19 May 2011 at 18:46

    What a sweet (in many ways) blog. I see you clearly! It's all about joy and the simple, but beautiful treasures we share in life.

    Beautiful cover! You have some skills for it to be your first.

    Thank you for my delicious cards! I smiled, then stopped, then smiled bigger at the sheer thought of sweetness and love all the way from Australia. You made my day! Thank you!

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  22. Lauren20 May 2011 at 00:09

    you've done a great job Cathie! very cute couch too!

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  23. Kylie20 May 2011 at 00:26

    Who wouldn't love that little denim number. Just gorgeous. Well done!

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  24. Chantal27 May 2011 at 18:38

    Beautiful cushion cover. It was a delight to receive! Thanks so much.

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