So far, I made two pairs of pillow covers. One pair was knit using Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick and Quick, a super chunky yarn that requires size 13 needles. One is just a plain garter stitch and the other is a 2x2 basketweave-type of stitch. Both have zipper closures and are machine-washable.
The other pair is a patchwork-type of design using scraps of kasuri fabrics, which are Japanese ikat-woven fabrics. I have a large stash that I received from my grandmother. I made a quilt with some of them, and now the scraps have turned into pillow covers. The red stripes are scraps of bias silk charmeuse that I stitched on after the kasuri pieces were sewn together. I think my grandmother would approve!
The knit pillows look very comfy ang the quilt pillows are fantastic, visually very interesting. look like they came from a fancy design store.
ReplyDeleteNot a strength? I think you should revise that perception. Lovely - I'll place my order for a half dozen (kidding really!!).
ReplyDeleteThe pillows look fantastic. Love the bold look of them.
ReplyDeleteThose pillows are beautiful! I am drawn to the kasuri fabrics, but the knitted pillows provide a lovely contrast.
ReplyDeleteSewing home dec is not a favorite activity for me either, but I do it to save money and have custom pillows, slipcovers and drapes at the same time. I think it is so neat that your pillows showcase your talents (knitting and sewing) and your heritage. These are the kinds of home decorations that really personalize a living space.
ReplyDeleteYeah, home dec sewing is pretty dull... but these cushions of yours are rather fabulous! (I have to admit I make cushion covers when I am feeling burnt out on sewing for people)
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