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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!
Love burlap? Be sure to check out all of our burlap projects.
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Those look so dainty and feminine! Very pretty!
gail
How clever is that? I love them. I must get myself some burlap. Thanks! Sherry
Oh, my gosh! Those are amazing. I am definitely book marking these and making some. They would make great gifts too.
Adorable and definitely very PBish!
These are so pretty! I agree…very PBish! Great tutorial…thanks 🙂
Wendy
Those look great! I love the contrast of the ribbon and burlap, great job!
You are one smart cookie!!! This is such a good idea…and I have been trying to keep those darn strings from coming out all of this time!
Lovin’ it!
Rhonda
I always love a new idea for burlap! I’ll be trying this for sure!
Beautiful!
Oh my heck!!!! How do you do it? Every post of your is dynamite! I will feature this one at somedaycrafts.blogspot.com on Tuesday. Will you please come guest blog at my site? email me at somedaycrafts@gmail.com You need to increase your followers so they can see your creativity!!!
These turned out great!
These pillows are gorgeous!!! I would love to try to make some too. Beautiful. Thanks for sharing. Love & blessings from NC!
I LOVE these!! The little bit of satin ribbon softens it up so nicely and adds a bit of class. Thanks for sharing. I’ve posted a link.
What a creative idea! Those look super fab, and totally PB 🙂
Very original, and I love it! They look like 50$ pillows. Thanks for sharing!
these are simply stunning…thanks so much for sharing…love them.
I love this idea! How clever.
I love this…burlap is my favorite material…Great idea! Thank you so much for sharing! I wanted to invite you over to my blog…Screaming Meme’s…It is a decorating blog… http://www.thescreamingmeme.blogspot.com and I have a comical blog about a “normal” family going GLUTEN FREE…lol http://www.thisfamliysgonecrackers.blogspot.com I hope you will stop in…Thanks, Screaming Meme
You should try selling those! I love them! 🙂
THOSE are gorgeous. And you could totally see those on Etsy. SO CUTE. Now I need some burlap!!!
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~
e
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!
I love this! I’m featuring it on my blog tomorrow!
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Thanks for linking up!
You work full time, have 3 kids and you’re fabulously creative! Love the pillows!
Sweet! I love this new variation! Nice to see something fresh and different out there.
Thanks for linking up to SNS!
FJ Donna
I’m featuring you tomorrow for Motivate me monday! I love this so much!
Feel free to grab a featured button.
Kaysi
Keeping it Simple
I love a good throw pillow project! Thanks for sharing such a great idea!
-Sarai (of Three Simple Girls)
I love the combination of burlap and shiny ribbon. I will probably use this technique to make living room drapes! I featured it on this week’s Fab Friday Favorites . I hope you stop by, grab a button and stay and visit awhile.
Love the pillows. Great job.
Loved your tutorial, I’ve linked up to you on my blog…New to blogging! Thanks for the inspiration!
I just love the contrast of the rough with the shiny ribbon, gorg!!!!
Love this idea. I’ve seen so much burlap recently, but nothing like this! Nice work! Visiting from CSI.
These are beautiful!! I’m totally motivated to follow your tutorial! Thanks!!
These pillows are sooooooo cute! Great job!
Just absolutely beautiful! The ribbon glows against the burlap.
Donna
These are so WOW! I’m definitely going to be doing this. Thanks for sharing such an easy to understand tutorial as well.
Cheers,
Tracy All Thumbs Crafts
Lovin’ your use of burlap and ribbon. Very clever!!
Angie – these are adorable! You’re brilliant! Thanks for sharing in the Earthy Essentials party! I’m including a link in tomorrow’s highlights! 🙂
Have a wonderful weekend!
Roeshel
These are fantastic and seem so easy to make! From the etsy blog team, am stumbling you 🙂
Awesome pillows! I love the smooth shine of the ribbon next to the rough texture of the burlap.
Loooove your pillows! You gave them a soft, delicate touch with the white ribbon. Just beautiful! 🙂
These are SO gorgeous! the burlap looks so pretty with the ribbon accent 🙂
thank you i like it
These pillows look great – nice job!
Sarah from The House That Ag Built
Angie, I love the play of silky ribbons and rough burlap! Pinning 🙂
<3 Christina @ I Gotta Create!
Wildly Original link party is open.
Ive cut burlap and have had it start falling apart. Do you run into this problem when cutting the measurements and lines for threading?
If you are having issues, try a product called fray check. Run across the line before you are going to cut or the edge right after. It should take care of the problem. You can find it in the sewing area in most stores.
I like it