The first thing I did was buy a rectangle shaped cushion. Then I printed a union jack out on paper and worked out all of the dimensions to suit the cushion, as well as being true to the proportions of the design. Then I cut lots of strips of fabric and sewed them onto a rectangle base.
Circa (navy on natural linen/cotton) and Swizzle (deep red on natural linen/cotton) and plain natural linen/cotton were used to create the flag and correspond to the red, white and blue theme.
I really enjoyed sewing this cushion and I love the end result. I think I might sew some more and experiment a little further. In the mean time, it's nice to have prototypes to scatter on the lounge!
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10 comments:
Your cushion looks fantastic!
I've been wanting to make one in florals for the baby's room, and have been wondering why so many people seem to be going to complicated lengths to piece bits of fabric together rather than construct them in layers as you've done (and as the flag makers do I might add!). I hadn't thought about printing a flag to get the dimensions correct though, so thanks for the pointer.
It's gorgeous, Nic! Very inspiring! I would love one of those on my couch too:) x
You better get that in the post if you want it to get to me by Christmas... ;)
LOVE it!!
Oh this is cute! Nice and subtle, and a great little project.
My goodness Nic your sewing is absolutely impeccable!
Lovely work. :)
Love this!
Just divine!
Hi Nic :)
I really like your blog... and a lot!
You make beautiful things and take amazing pictures!
Thank you so much or having visited my blog. I will start following yours to see what you will be coming up with! Can't wait to see more!!
Greeting from Iceland!
Best union jack ever! Looks fantastic!
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