Pearfection

9.18.2008

It took a few more (okay WAY more) drafts than expected, but I am finally in love with the result of this giant custom pear pillow for a gender neutral childrens' room

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I used Ginseng home dec fabrics from Joel Dewberry and a corduroy stem. I'm a bit of a late bloomer in coming around to home dec weight fabrics, but I'm now officially hooked. And a lovely discovery it is as it opens up a whole new world of fabric obsession/collecting for me.

This project was more of an undertaking than I first realized, but not in a bad sort of way. All I can say is that pattern drafting (at least on a larger 3D scale) is not for the faint of heart or easily discouraged. But it's worth it when you get the outcome you were aiming for.

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Thanks to those who were so encouraging on this project, I hope to soon have some of these giant pears available in my shop.

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Kim

9 comments:

  1. the big one looks impressive but the little one is so cute.

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  2. This is my first time seeing your pear pillows! They're so bright and colorful! I totally want one now.

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  3. hi! saw your site in Flickr..kudos on your works. though we're half way round the globe..just wanna let you know that someone appreciates your creativity. have a good day:)

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  4. It's wonderful Kim!, I can't wait till you put them in the shop - actually, would you consider a custom order - I really have my heart set one of these!
    Jen ;)

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  5. Thank you for all of the compliments! Jenny I'm happy to take custom orders, you can convo me via my etsy shop :)

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  6. it's beautiful!!! Your hard work def paid off!!

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  7. I cannot TELL you how perfect this is. STUNNING work! really really.
    peace.
    bliss,
    Ngaire
    x

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  8. Not only is the pear gorgeous, but you also just turned me on to Joel's fabrics - I didn't know his work existed! Thanks! p.s. do you have a pattern available for the big pears?

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