Monday, February 13, 2012

The Ella Pillow

Happy Valentines Day to you all!  I have been envisioning these pillows for a while now.  I have finally gotten around to making them and posting in my Etsy store.  As you or may not know, I have a deep love of France as well as the French people.  What I like about these pillows is that they are a bit understated.  


I used my new machine to sew them together but hand stitched the decoration to give it a more rustic feel.  I know that not everyone loves the raw edges, but I do.  They get a little more tattered over time, with wear and washings, and that is exactly what I want.  (I do make them the conventional way as well for those of you who may want a more buttoned up look).   


The reason that I called this post "The Ella Pillow" is that I made the one below as part of a care package I am about to deliver to my sister.  As many of you know, my niece Ella has had some health issues recently.  My girls made her little pillows filled with lavender.  I made this one for my sister to remind her that they are in our prayers every day.  


I know in my heart that Ella, aka "the birdie" will be fine.  That being said, prayers always help a family get through something like this.  I appreciate all of you who have included her in yours.  It means a great deal to me and to my family.


with love on this valentines day,

xo

Michele

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28 comments:

  1. I absolutely love the pillow with the cross. What a fabulous and beautiful reminder of our Savior. I pray healing for your sweet niece and peace for the entire family.

    Blessings to you all, Amy

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  2. So touchable and raw looking. What is this lovely fabric? I just love it! Please come link it up at my linky party...it just started!

    ♥Linsey

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  3. BEAUTIFUL and the cross is such a special pillow.I really want the french fleur design pillow.Will you be listing them in your etsy? xo Rachel

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  4. Oh So Beautiful Michele!!
    I love these and I'm so excited you got a new sewing machine!! :)
    Lot's of prayers and positive and healing thoughts for your niece!!
    Have a lovely night.
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

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  5. I love the raw edges of the pillows...the cross one is just beautiful!

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  6. You did a great job on those pillows. I love the lightweight fabric you used. It has a delicate look to it. I like the frayed edges, btw. Hope your neice will be alright. I'm sure she will appreciate her new pillow too.

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  7. I love these pillows and the raw edges are the best...I continue to pray for Ella (I love her name, my favorite singer is Ella Fitzgerald) I am wishing you a lovely Valentines Xoxoxo ~Ashley

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  8. These are just beautiful!
    Keeping little Ella in my thoughts!

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  9. I found your Blog through French Country Cottage. I am a new follower. I love the pretty pillows. Terry

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  10. Can one be in love with a pillow? Oh yes, I'm in love with your fleur de lis pillow - it's fabulous.

    xoxo

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  11. What a great look! I love the hand work and the fabric.

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  12. More than fabulous! LOVE THEM! What a sweet sentiment to name them after Ella. Love that!

    xoRebecca

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  13. You do beautiful work. It shows that you love what you create.
    Hope your sister gets better soon.

    Thanks for entering the giveaway.

    x
    Carole

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  14. Thank you so much for linking up with the Cowgirl up! Linky party. We love looking through each post. We hope you'll link up with us again next week!
    ♥Linsey

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  15. I could not find your email address. But wanted you to know that today you are featured on my weekly Welcome Wagon Friday post. Welcome to our blogging neighborhood. You should be receiving visitors shortly. You have a lovely blog home!
    Brenda

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  16. Happy to find your pretty blog via Brenda! Love browsing around here. Happy to be your newest follower!

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  17. Hi, I found your blog when she Welcome Wagon welcomed you this morning. So glad to meet you, love your blog! I agree, I like the unfinished edges on the pillow just as you have them. Thanks for sharing all the beauty with us! Hugs ~ Mary

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  18. We've found one another! Yippee! I can't wait to share this journey called life with you my blogging friend! Have a super weekend! Much love, Lisa

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  19. Simply beautiful! I found you on Brenda's blog today and I'm so glad that I did!
    I'm very much looking forward to following you!

    Warm wishes from Kansas!

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  20. Stopping over from Brenda's @ Cozy Little House...Glad I stopped by...love your place
    Blessings,
    shug

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  21. Hi, I also found you today on Brenda's blog, and have just become one of your new followers. Love your blog, and your girls are adorable..bonnie in central WI

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  22. Love your pillow!!!
    So very cute!!!!!
    Happy Sunday to you:)

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  23. Oh, i love the pillows just the way they are. They look so soft and appealing. Just beautiful...

    Cindy

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  24. I absolutely love your pillows. I'll have to check out your Etsy. I'm so glad you found my blog, so I could find yours. Thanks for following me. Following you back.

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  25. WOW ! Love everything I've seen on these pages specially those pillows. I think those are perfect to my condo. :)

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  26. Michele,
    I love them in white. I'll have to take a look at your
    shop :)
    have a great week,
    xxx Liz

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  27. Stunning, really beautifully done. I may have to snag one from your shop!

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