December 29, 2007

Secrets revealed...

This is the cushion I made for my mum for christmas, it is her family flower garden. There are three hearts planted, which are her three children and nine flowers growing to represent all her grandchildren. I made the cover with an envelope back, I guessed it was wise to have it removable in case it ever needs washing!


And, this one was for my mother-in-law, a sewing cushion as a passion for making things is something we both share.



Just a quick hello to any new visitors from Sew Mama Sew, please come in, make yourselves at home, have a mince pie and some mulled wine!

Plus a big thank you to Beth for mentioning my owls.

Next project is Lucy's birthday on the 6th January and she wants me to make her something, not sure what yet, so watch this space...!

30 comments:

Locket Pocket said...

Oh my goodness! Those cushions are fabulous! I love everything about them - so meaningful but so beautiful too! You never cease to amaze me!

Good luck with the next birthday present - can't wait to see what you come up with! Lucy xxx

P.S. Wish I was the Lucy with a birthday on Jan 6th!

Karen Bosch said...

This is just lovely! I like how you combined all the elements!

Unknown said...

These are truly lovely !
x

the pesky bombolino said...

What lovely, lovely cushions. The mothers of your family are very lucky!

French Knots said...

What lovely, thoughtful presents. The colours and design, not to mention the sentiment behind them, work so well.

Florence Knapp (Flossie Teacakes) said...

The cushions are gorgeous - and I particularly love the representations on the first. They are really special gifts.

I've just seen your owls on Sew Mama Sew...and I don't think I ever knew that your name was Amy!

How did the playmat go down?

Hope you have had a lovely Christmas! x

Anonymous said...

What fab cushions! I love the buttons too, tiny sewing reels and thimble brilliant. Wishing you a Happy New Year!

Suzie Sews At DOTTY RED said...

As a cushion addict I love yours so much, especially the sewing one. Looking forward to seeing the birthday plans come together, I love planning birthdays...
Suzie Sews

Katherine said...

Just lovely! What beautiful and special cushion covers. I love gifts that are tailored to the recipient like you made for you mom and mother in law. I'm sure they must be tickled with these.

Melanie said...

I fell in love with that cushion as soon as I saw it.Gorgeous!!

Unknown said...

wow - they are both beautiful!!!

May Britt said...

Your pillows are so cute. Great idea to make for friends and family. Making one special for each one.

Leah said...

I always love everything you make - these are just exceptional

Amy said...

The pillow is so thoughtful and lovely! What a nice gesture!

Prue said...

Just chiming in with the rest to say I love the cushions! Very original ideas.

Unknown said...

What a lovely idea! I'm sure both mothers will love them.

Happy (early) New Year!!

Lina said...

Very pretty indeed, I really like all the detail, especially the "sew together".

Sam Gillespie said...

Gorgeous as always! I was showing your blog to a friend over the xmas hols and she loves your stuff. I will link her to your Esty shop once your open.
=D
Happy New Year.
Sam. x

jenclair said...

What a lovely, thoughtful gift!

Unknown said...

The pillows are a wonderful work of art and sentiment. They must have been thrilled to receive such a lovely gift. I am so into applique! I think you can really do so much with it. Thanks for sharing.

Wish you a splendidly creative new year!

pink-petal-designs said...

Such lovely pillows !!
Happy New Year Amy to you and your family. All the best for 2008 !!
Sarah x

dottycookie said...

Those cushions are perfectly stunning - you are clever!

Happy New Year to you and your family.

Sushi Mama said...

That looks totally adorable! Although, for my home, an impossibility. I can just see the kids trying to pick off the buttons. Hope you have a Happy New Year.

Anonymous said...

This pillow is just adorable. Your projects are always so beautiful. It's a pleasure to visit.

Happy New Year!

Judy Hartman said...

I love everything you do. You have a wonderful sense of design and Fun!!

Unknown said...

Love those pillows! Your sewing is fantastic on all of your projects.

Morgan said...

Wow! you are very talented. I love your blog!

Asti said...

Absolutely beautiful, a wonderful gift with such sentiment. Lovely!
PS thanks for your comment.......x

Anonymous said...

Beautiful.. your mum must have been thrilled x

Mytutorlist.com said...

Your pillows are so beautiful! Your mother is so lucky!