I found some old fabric scraps at a yard sale a while back.
I have no idea what they were originally intended for.
Clothing?
Quilting?
A fake fabric clock for your wall?
Who knows.
When I saw the two matching pieces I immediately thought… pillows!
Because honestly, what sleep deprived mother doesn’t want to turn a fabulous find into a method of stylish recumbent resting?
Does anyone else think the word recumbent looks just like the work cucumber?
No?
Me neither then.
Anywho, I picked up my absolute favorite Fjadrar pillow inserts at Ikea. $6.99 each.
You must buy these if you are making pillows.
Trust me on this one. Feather filled pillows are the way to go.
Unless you’re allergic to feathers.
Than I am so sorry for you loss.
But, if you are not allergic, you must go with feathers inside your pillows.
See this pillow…
It has feathers.
Why is this necessary?
If you want to be super stylish and cool, you must karate chop your pillows.
Feathers + karate chop = awesome pillow status.
No, no, no. You don’t need to thank me. Teaching you these things is what I am here for.
And for intentionally not weeding my front yard so my neighbors feel good about their own green pastures. But that’s another story.
Let’s take a look at the finished pillow front:
And back:
And with the karate chopped coolness:
Makes a difference doesn’t it?
Oh, who asked you anyway.
The pillows are currently residing in the girls room. I have mentioned before, I can’t stand too many pillows on beds. We actually live in this house you know.
Here’s how they look for now. I might try them out in the living room before I commit.
Now go chop your pillows.
Hiiiii-yaaaaah!
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at 10:58 pm
I love these pillows because they have my favorite thing on them…clocks! Thanks for the tip on where to get inexpensive pillows. I'm with you on the feathers being a must for a perfect karate chopped look!
at 1:37 am
I'm so glad Pinterest led me to your blog!
I am now a follower and love everything about your blog. I posted about making my own soap stand like the one you made for your kitchen. Thank you for the inspiration!
Martha
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at 6:32 pm
I taught my friend about the karate chopped pillow a couple of weeks ago, she thought I was crazy. Glad to know I'm not!
at 6:29 pm
You are my funniest friend hands down and that is saying something.
I immediately went and karate chopped every pillow in my house and I am so with you on feather inserts…I have two pillows that aren't and I hate them.
the clock pillows are adorable.
at 2:35 am
I found your clock pillow on pinterest and I just have to tell you I love your blog.
…and I think it's awesome (and random) that we have the same name!
~the other Natalie Wright
at 10:31 pm
Clocks are trending according to an article I read in the paper yesterday.
Spot on!
Regarding the orthotics(sp), I think they cost around $300. Can they go with an off-the-shelf pair?
It sounds like you're dealing with some bad voodoo. Hope the rest of your week looks brighter.
Your orange door is a favorite of mine.
at 12:10 am
Hi Natalme, I was looking for a clock pillow & ran across your blog. Love the pillows – I know this is the longest shot in the world, but wonder if you still have any of the fabric left you would be willing to part with? I have a project & need a clock pillow. That design in particular is perfect. Heck, I’d even buy one of your used ones! Please feel free to respond to my email above. Even if I can’t talk you out of some fabric or a pillow…Best, Jaci
at 12:12 am
& I just realized I spelled your blog name rather than your real name. Sigh. Late & I am tuckered. Good night, Natalie.