You know how much I love Subway Art. I just had to try my hand at a Subway Art Pillow.
{Click on the Read More button for the full tutorial and to see the giveaway winners}
Subway Art Christmas Pillow Tutorial
Here’s what I did:
- I figured out the size of pillow that I wanted to make. Then I split the pillow up into a green part which is smaller and a red part which is larger. It ended up being 5 inches in height for the green and 8 inches in height for the red. Then I sewed the two pieces together.
- I decided to make an envelope back so I added 6 inches to the width of the back and cut the back in two — so the back overlaps by three inches. I sewed the pillow together.
- I used my Silhouette and Heat Transfer Vinyl for the letters. I love that stuff!
- I laid it all out on my computer and then cut it on my Silhouette.
- Then I ironed on the lettering. Note — Do NOT let the heat transfer material overlap like I did. It makes the heat transfer material stick to the vinyl. Very bad!
- The last thing I did was make a flower for a little extra embellishment. I attached the flower to the pillow and voila I was done!!
Now I have a little Christmas Subway Art to ring in the Holiday Season!!
I just love my new pillow!
And, speaking of Silhouette — have you entered to win the Silhouette giveaway I am hosting right now??
I can’t wait to see who wins!
Here are a couple winners from last week:
The winner of the Darling Memories Virtual Christmas Card Package is —
#11 —
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Vivienne @ The V Spot
There is still time for all of you who would like to make a Virtual Christmas Card –
Becca is offering a 10% discount for anyone who signs up by Wednesday!!
Simply her at [email protected] and say “I want a Virtual Christmas Card!!” to lock in your special price!
The winner of the THREE Subway Art Kits from
Makia Creations is —
#127
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Be sure to check out Makia Creations, where you can make a wonderful project with your girlfriends by signing up for a crafting party!
And the winner of the Zig Zag Quilt from Honeybear Lane is —
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#215
Remember Honeybear Lane for wonderful handmade quilts and gifts!
I’m linking up to these fabulous parties – check them out!!
xoxo
What an awesome idea for a personalized gift! I think it’d be fun to do a pillow for everyone in the family with member-specific words.
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Such cute ideas. I love the Christmas card! Thanks for sharing.
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How could I buy a copy of these transfers??? Would love to make this pillow but do not have the machine to make the transfers. I can iron it on the pillow and that part but need the transfers. Thanks
I would love directions for the ornament pillow shown in the picture, too!
Thanks!
I could die that's so cute! Must get Silhouette…
Oh that Santa visited mama… 😉
Aloha and Mele Kalikimaka,
Charlie
This is fantastic! Too bad I don't have one of those Silhouettes!
I've seen this all over blog land and love it! Love the bright colors and adorable flower pop!
Oh please oh please OH PLEASE will you post this subway art pillow in my Tell Me Tuesday link party? I really love it. Is a Silhouette or a Cricut better–what is the difference? http://vintagepollyanna.blogspot.com/2010/11/tell-me-tuesday-3-sweet-fabric-rosette.html
I am a big fan of subway art too! Love it! Now I just need a silhouette! 🙂
I LOVE this! I want to give it a try but I don't have a Silhouette. Would a Cricut work??
You come up with the best things! I love that pillow! This one I won't be trying…I'll just admire yours!
Can't wait to start on the Subway Art. Thanks again!!!
Darling pillow Jen. I entered your giveaway just so I could try my hand at making one 🙂
You are totally inspiring! I look forward to reading your blog every day!
I love this!
The pillow is totes adorbs. I love the flower, just the perfect cute touch!
Well congrats to Viv!! : ) What a darling pillow. 🙂
I love this pillow! So that's what that Silhouette thing that everyone is talking about!