Sewing Panels-A Tutorial

Hi Everyone, 


This home is our third together and I would have to admit selecting fabrics and sewing  panels and pillows is my most favorite DIY  project.  I think these type projects are an easy and affordable way to create a unique, comfortable and cozy home. I usually sew pinch-pleat panels because I love the traditional and elegant feel.  The only negative is the amount of fabric used and it can be challenging  to work with yards and yards of fabric.  So if you have always wanted to sew these type panels, here is a relatively easy project to do in your home for a custom look.

Pinch Pleat Panels

Supplies need at least 6 yds of fabric (more for larger in width windows)
Header Tape
Hooks
Lining ( I usually order the same amount in lining as actual fabric)

I typically use two widths of 54"in fabric and sew together.  The same with the lining. Press open the seams.

Press Open the seams and place wrong side of each panel together


On both edges I double hem 2" seams and then hand stitch or blind stitch on the machine

Add the header tape and I usually measure from end to end 2 inches for the pinch pleat placement.

Pinch the pleats together leaving 2 inches inbetween each completed pleat.

Sew together on the front and back of each panels

Add the pin on hooks

I usually hem when the panels are hanging and I can easily double hem to the exact length.



So another completed project and really it doesn't take that long to sew.  I have a basic sewing machine and basic sewing skills.  So hopefully this inspires you all to sew beautiful panels if this is your taste in drapery.

Have a fabulous weekend!

XOXO

SK

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Patriotic Sewing Projects

Hi Everyone,

I usually don't decorate the house much for 4th of July, but since I had extra  ribbon and linen left over from a project, I thought I would put together a few pillows.  I loved how they turned out...and since I have a relatively neutral home I thought the muted colors were fitting.   You are probably wondering why I would throw in a Union Jack inspired pillow, well my Dad's side of the family is English so I thought well why not put all the patriotic pillows together.  Both pillows I used strips of linen and painted red strips on one and bonded blue ribbon on the other pillow.  The linen was difficult to use at first, but once I figured I could pull a strand of thread for a straight line the process was relatively effortless.

Pillows in the Family Room

Painted and Ribbon details on pillows

I could use these pillows on the front porch too.

 I think I might actually keep these for next year.  There's is nothing like recycling decorations from one year to the next, no waste here.

How about you?  Will you be decorating for the 4th?

Hope your weekend was fabulous!

XOXO

SK

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Upholstering a Child's Chair and One More...

Hi Everyone,

Well, Summer has began, kids are out of school and lots of activities to keep the girlie's busy have kept me away from the computer.  So I apologize for the lack of posts, unfortunately I probably I will not be able to post but every week or two.  Of course in the evenings after the girls are in bed I  have to get my fix on Pinterest, Hometalk etc.  So what have I been up to this week, well mostly kiddos stuff....I painted and distressed a footstool and reupholstered a child's chair in linen (of course).

So this is what you do with all those left over fabric pieces...first a lampshade cover and then use a tad of fabric to customize a little  rocker.  This is a great way to practice upholstering since it is so small and manageable and only uses a tiny amount of fabric.



Trim Fabric to match lampshade

Nail head to hold end piece in place.

My littlest needed a footstool in the bathroom so I painted and distressed this little stool.  The wooden stool I purchased from Hobby Lobby and used Amy Howard chalk paint and Ann Sloan wax.

So that sums up my past week for home decor projects.  Be sure to check back next week for more pics of the playroom/family room.

Other beautiful pictures I have seen in blogland lately.  There is so much talent and inspiration here.

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  The above Image is a room designed by India Hicks.  I love everything she touches!

Enjoy the rest of your week and thanks for following me whether it be Pinterest, Hometalk, google+, or email.

XOXO,

SK

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