Today is day 2 of the Colour it Red blog hop organised by Carol from Just let me quilt. Thank you Carol for organising the hop and for letting me take part. I love these hops as I find lots of inspiration in the projects people are showing. For the hop we had to make something red. I have been meaning to make some new cushions for my living room but just haven't made the time so far. So my choice of project was easy.
I had a pattern in mind, one that I've made before and was really pleased with how it looked. The first time I made this pattern I made it in blue using liberty prints. I would have loved to have kept it but it was made and gifted to a friend for Christmas 2018.
I hunted out the pattern and then went through my boxes of fabric to find the reds. In December 18 my subscription box contained red fabrics which were perfect for this project.
Unusual for me I cut all the fabric pieces before I began the sewing, it made it easier to chain stitch the blades for the plate.
When I started the sewing the blades were the first thing I made. The pieces went together very easily. I took care to press the seams open when it was finished.
Once I had pieced the front I set about piecing the back.
Having finished the cushion I needed to take a final photo but in the time I'd left it unattended someone had taken it and was enjoying a nap. I gently slide the cushion out and took a photo
The cushion pad I used is too small for the cover but I didn't have time this weekend to buy one that was the right size because I was away with the Guides at winter camp.
Thank you for visiting today and now you need to visit the other people on the hop today;
February 18th
February 19th
February 20th
February 21st
What will you colour red?
Lyndsey
I love the Dresden plate pattern. I’ve got one I started years ago I must get back to.
ReplyDeleteI love your dresden plate pillow!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous Dresden pillow!
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely pillow. It makes a wonderful addition to this RED hop.
ReplyDeleteLovely pillow! I've been wanting to make another Dresden plate. Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteLovely Dresden! I've been working through lots of reds in the scraps bag and even had to purchase some more :)
ReplyDeleteYour pillow is so bright and cheerful. A great choice for the blog hop!
ReplyDeleteYour pillow is a beauty and has everything I love in it. That fabric line is one of my favorites and I love, love, a Dresden...great red project! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous pillow cover, love the Dresden, and great choice of fabric! Thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely cushion with great fabrics.
ReplyDeleteI love Dresdens and what a beautiful one this is. Have fun at your camp!
ReplyDeleteYour pillow turned out so pretty!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cushion with those beautiful red and white fabrics. I love the Dresden plate block - it's so versatile and you can make it look very different with different fabrics.
ReplyDeleteLove that pillow and the fabrics used. I always have a hard time with pillows myself, not sure what I'm doing wrong, but mine never look as beautiful as yours.
ReplyDeleteGreat pillow!! I can see why someone wanted it for a nap!!
ReplyDeleteWow, great pillow! I love Dresdens, but have yet to make one. The reds are gorgeous in it!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your cheerful red cushion!!
ReplyDeleteA very beautiful cushion. I love dresdens blocks.
ReplyDeleteYour red cushion looks wonderful. I've never worked with Dresden blades, they are certainly very effective. It's a great project, and you get to keep this one!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on such a pretty cushion cover. Love Dresden plates and your fabrics just suit the design.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pillow! I have never made a Dresden block, but you have inspired me to give it a try. I think it's so funny someone was using your pillow for a nap! Thank you so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLove your cushion cover, plus enjoy keeping this one! Inspiration seeing yours may push me to try a Dresden Plate. Always wondered if there is a secret tip for getting the center totally circular in shape? Willing to share how you do it? Thanks for joining in on the Hop & sharing your creativity.
ReplyDeleteWow, this is really beautiful!! I think the red and white combination is really powerful. Great job!! :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous love the reds that you used, and Dresdens are always a favorite.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I love dresdens and your red one is fantastic!
ReplyDeleteSometimes patterns just need to be used again and again. Both colorways are wonderful though I am partial to the red/white. The back of the Dresden is just as gorgeous as the front. Great project.
ReplyDeleteYour cushion is really lovely and I bet it'll look great on your lounge. Dresden projects are one of my favourites.
ReplyDeleteLovely red cushion! This will certainly brighten your days; thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteSweet pillow block. Dresden's are fun to make.
ReplyDeleteThe pillow turned out wonderful - no wonder it was already in use! You can't turn your back on family or friends for a minute! LOL
ReplyDeleteLovely red Dresden pillow!
ReplyDeleteThose reds are so yummy yummy yummy! I love your dresdon too!
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