Burlap and ribbon seem to be a good pair — don’t ya think? I made some mini pillows to go in my little vintage wagon. These burlap and ribbon pillows can be made in any size and are a fun project. I love how the satin ribbon accents the rustic burlap.
I think they have a “pottery barnish” feel. So, wanna make some? You will need burlap, ribbon, and some other fabric (white cotton works).
For the first rectangular version, I cut the burlap and fabric into 7×9 inch squares. It will make about a 6×8 inch pillow. Of course you can make any size you wish…. Be sure to cut off the tighter weave of the selvege edge of the burlap — just trust me on this one.
Here is the secret — you can remove those strings in the burlap. Yep just lift one up with one of those rippers used for sewing — pull on it and it will come out! I removed 4 together because that was about the width of my ribbon. I skipped double that amount (8 in this case) in between.
Make as many of these “lines” as you desire.
Then I just threaded the ribbon in and out on these lines. I went 5 strands when threading in and out — again up to you — no rules here!
See that safety pin attached to the ribbon? It makes this much easier! And see above how I did one line the opposite of the previous. So pretty! Then just stack up your burlap in between your white cotton rectangles.
Yep — now the sewing part. Just sew all around leaving 2-3 inches as a gap.
Turn right side out through that hole. And start stuffing….
Sew that slit closed and you are done!
And for the other variation — same techniques just slightly different. Cut your burlap and cotton into 7×7 inch squares. Making a 6×6 inch pillow.
Remove the strand of burlap again but this time in two lines running vertical and two running horizontal. I folded mine in half and then went about 12 strands of burlap to find the place to start.
Thread in your ribbon again (remember to use your safety pin).
Stack the burlap between the cotton again and sew it up — leave that 2-3 inch gap. Turn right side out and stuff as desired.
Sew up that slit. Stand back and admire how cute they look….
Like that burlap and ribbon look but don’t sew? Stop by tomorrow when I make something with burlap and ribbon that requires NO sewing. So think these are deserving of a “pottery barnish” label? I am in love with these burlap and ribbon pillows!
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I am such a pillow lover and burlap lover. You did a fantastic job making those. I would not have the patience to do that tedious job.
Okay, I am totally going to nab this idea… it’s beautiful, sort of log cabin, chrystal chandelier, rust and lace, you get what I maen.
Blessings ~ Eileen @ Star’s Fault
I see we both like to tease the pottery barn fairy. 🙂 Kudos on the pillow! I love the manipulation of textures. Thanks for dropping by my little blog. I am working on one pb knockoff that is trying me beyond belief. 🙂
Cheers~
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Those are adorable!!! I love how you weaved the ribbon in the burlap, I would have never thought of that. Thanks for the great idea!
Kaysi
LOVE this!!! 🙂
I absolutely love this! Yup, this is definitely my next project. But don’t worry, I’ll link back to you 🙂
My jaw just hit the floor. This is BRILLIANT!
I blogged about your project and tutorial over at Craft Gossip Sewing:
http://sewing.craftgossip.com/tutorial-woven-ribbon-and-burlap-throw-pillows/2010/02/15/
–Anne
very creative! Love the different angle you took with the burlap. Maybe I should try this burlap thing everyone is talkin about. Super cute wagon as well!
So original and great. I love the combo of the feminine ribbon with the burlap.
Oh my word, these are so gorgeous. I love them. How creative and ingenius are you. Thanks for sharing. Hugs, Marty
Those are beautiful…I love them! 🙂
Wow, your three submissions are so cool. I am not a huuuuge burlap fan, but these are really nice – and so easy to do. I may reconsider my opinion about burlap…
I think somebody copied you! I swear I saw these in a catalog – nice combo of rustic and feminine!
I love the contrast of the shiny satin ribbon and the rough burlap. They turned out great!
what a cute & inventive idea!
These are beautiful! I found these on Craft Gossip and I’m so glad I clicked over. I would love to link to these if you didn’t mind.
LOVE burlap – epsecially dressing it up! Thanks so much for the post! I’m off to the fabric shelf to dig out some burlap 🙂
These are SO pretty! What a creative idea!
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You work full time, have 3 kids and you’re fabulously creative! Love the pillows!