I am enjoying a few hours to myself each day while the kids are
in school. Even if those hours are spent with me running around the house
picking up, dusting, vacuuming, washing laundry and cleaning the kitchen – at
least I am able to focus on my work with few distractions.
One thing I’ve noticed – with this huge increase in housework –
is the disarray of our house! How did it get like this? Summer must cause
rampant increases in dust growth and clutter buildup.
I am able to look at the home décor that surrounds me with fresh
eyes, and one thing stands out – how lifeless the pillows are in our living
room. This is the same living room that doubles as a gymnastics practice area
and fort building center. The thought of making some fresh pillows with new fluff
on the inside makes me happy – and I’m sure I could spare an hour or two of my
cleaning to create some! With all of these styles below I may need to make a
few of each.
Simple and sophisticated, create a floral pattern with felt on
this cushy pillow.
A patterned fabric for the map on top of a basic felt pillow;
you choose the heart's location.
Lots of folded felt circles create the texture on this stand-out
pillow.
Very basic triangle shapes arranged how you please make an
iconic design statement.
A basic pillow frame with strips of fabric looped around a small
central circle, swap out felt for the pillow sleeve to have more durability.
Careful measuring and sewing will give you this beautiful
pillow; worth the effort for the texture created.
Matching monogram and basic pillow form team up for this classic
couch comfort.
It's easier than it looks to make this monochromatic ruffle
pillow, simply pull the stitching strings.
Make a statement with this layered felt pillow; careful
measuring and cutting give you a striking design.
Jen Van Oosbree is a
stay-at-home mom with two daughters and enjoys convincing her husband that
being a stay-at-home mom is a lifelong career. She brings monthly
DIY selections to the world of Benzie Felt Fanfare.
