Making Pillows With Cricut


For about two years after I bought my first cricut, I made dozens of envelope pillow covers, for every season. They are a quick and easy project - and a great project for someone who wants to sew but has never really sewn before.

Below is a look at some of the different ones I have made.

The Cliff Notes Version:
Find a step by step for sewing envelope pillow covers here:

My preferred fabric is a  lightweight canvas fabric right beside the muslin in the fabric aisle at wal-mart.  It's a heavier weight, and holds up well, without wrinkling.

Of course you can simply purchase premade covers as well. Amazon has a good selection.

Some of my favorites - these were on my porch for years!
I made the covers for the back two pillows too, and I'd love to find that fabric again...





For the first design, I wanted to mimic the antique flour sack (a family heirloom) that hangs over the bench where these pillows sit.

Then I used the same design on some curtains -



I can't tell you how I made the curtains, because this is not something I followed a pattern, or any rules for, really.. too often I sew the way I cook. :-) [This is my "old" craft area. After the washing machine lines froze and flooded this room, the entire room got a bit of a redo. See my new craft space here: https://fieldsofhether.blogspot.com/2023/01/where-my-cricut-lives-see-my-laundry.html)






More Pillows:



This pillow is on my desk with a variety of other Thanksgiving Projects - see them all here
https://fieldsofhether.blogspot.com/2021/11/on-my-desk-thanksgiving-projects.html



Thanksgiving Pillow
This was a free svg at one time, from a site that no longer exists. :-( It wouldn't be too difficult to create something similar with a variety of fonts.




I cannot remember where that truck svg is from. :-(





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Where To Find Free SVGS By Theme

https://fieldsofhether.blogspot.com/2017/11/svg-freebies.html

Find More Cricut Project Tutorials Here:
https://fieldsofhether.blogspot.com/2019/04/cricut-step-by-step-project-tutorials.html

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Various Mashed Together Histories
Of the Origins Of Throw Pillows
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This part of the post is just to add text. In my excessively link heavy blog, I am finding it necessary to add text purely for the purpose of avoiding certain filters.  Normally this is where you will find random poetry, but for this post, I went with random histories of throw pillows.  :-)
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Mesopotamia is a region of southwest Asia in the Tigris and Euphrates river system that benefitted from the area’s climate and geography to host the beginnings of human civilization. Its history is marked by many important inventions that changed the world, including the concept of time, math, the wheel, sailboats, maps and writing. Mesopotamia is also defined by a changing succession of ruling bodies from different areas and cities that seized control over a period of thousands of years.

In addition to all of their other inventions, Mesopotamians "ushered in a new era in interior decor by introducing decorative stones and wooden cushions.

It is believed that the origins of throw pillows trace back to 7000BC in Mesopotamia civilizations. During this time, decorative throw cushions were considered a symbol of status: the more that you had, the more affluent you were.

They served as a status symbol, showcasing the wealth and taste of their owners. However, it didn’t take very long for the popularity of decorative cushions to spread to other civilizations, where they became an integral part of daily life. "

The evidence of throw pillows being utilized dates to ancient Egypt and is a testament to their enduring appeal throughout history. Archaeologists have unearthed ceremonial throw pillows being used in their burial rituals and old ruins. These early throw pillows were often crafted from durable and valuable materials like wood, ivory, or stone, showcasing their significance in ceremonial and everyday contexts.

The Greeks and Romans introduced a notable shift in the construction of throw pillows. They preferred more comfortable materials such as straw, reed, or feathers for their throw pillows. It transformed these cushions into inviting and restful, comfortable accessories to lounge or sleep on. They pioneered various sizes of pillows for various uses, paving the way for modern throw pillows.

he Egyptians had two main uses for decorative cushions:
As part of a burial ritual: These stone or wood cushions were typically used during a burial. The head of the deceased would rest on these “platforms” as the Egyptians believed it would uphold body vigour, promote blood circulation, and keep demons away from the deceased.
As part of daily life: Egyptians at that time would have slept closer to the floor than our society does now. As sanitation would not have been adequate back then, wealthier families used stone cushions to elevate their heads. Thereby avoiding contact with insects or vermin as easily.
Although distinctive in design and aesthetics, the Chinese, just like the Egyptians, continued using hard materials for their pillows. Decorative cushions made using ceramic, bamboo, wood, or bronze were popular and integral to their culture. Using such rare materials highlights these cushions' important role in ancient China.

Typically, throw cushions and pillows were instrumental in their lifestyle in Japan, particularly in traditional settings. They used to throw cushions and pillows for floor seating, adding functionality and beauty to their interiors.
The term "Throw Pillow" entered our lexicon from the late 19th to early 20th century
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