by freshlyfound | Nov 15, 2013 | crochet, cushions, decor, Fabric and textiles, tutorial
Crochet owes it’s widespread appeal to the fact that it is easy to do, and lends itself to so many delightful interpretations. The simplicity and adaptability of the basic stitches tempt the novice to try her hand, and the expert to outdo herself The Complete...
by freshlyfound | Aug 26, 2013 | cushions, decor, Fabric and textiles, tutorial
Here some vintage tablecloths make pretty pillow covers, with no cutting and minimal sewing. I have used these covers in my guest room as a decorative and useful way to store spare pillows. If you would like to make one yourself, you will need: 1 embroidered...
by freshlyfound | Jul 8, 2011 | art, cushions, decor, Fabric and textiles, inspiration, vintage
A while ago I hinted about a series of cushions going into the Freshly Found online store. Well today I am going to introduce you to the girls. The embroidered beauties were created by Claire Norden and inspired by some exercise diagrams from a vintage Vogue...
by freshlyfound | Aug 16, 2010 | cushions, decor, Fabric and textiles, inspiration
Today for the first time for ages, I didn’t have hectically urgent deadlines or tasks nipping at my heels. What a pleasure it was to spend some time on my home. I made these cushions up from thrifted linen dish towels. I love the colours and the happy...
by freshlyfound | Nov 15, 2008 | cushions, Fabric and textiles, inspiration
My Tux Collar Cushion was ready to go to it’s new home, but I felt it was missing something…And I found it at the SPCA thrift shop. This gorgeous vintage velvet bow tie set me back a whopping R5! [That’s $0.49] Shirt Cushion Cover
by freshlyfound | Sep 10, 2008 | cushions, design projects, Fabric and textiles, inspiration, recycled
Finally I have my series of hand-stitched Cushion Covers in my etsy shop! Each one has a vintage pair of gloves appliqued with a short comment stitched on too!I’d like to introduce them to you: “Home at Last” “Round and Round the Garden...
