Tie pillows

The images shown are of previously made custom pillows carefully constructed from ties provided by family members in memory of loved ones. Each one is unique depending on the ties provided. I deconstruct each tie, fuse an interfacing to stabilize the bias silk and make strips. These are individually sewn onto a lining fabric to build a front for a pillow that measures 18 inches square. ( or a different dimension if you wish). A back panel is chosen of a complementary color and a zipper is…

Tutorial: How to make a lovely keepsake / memory cushion using men's neck ties. Step-by-step sewing tutorial to make a unique handmade gift to remember a loved one.

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Cozy pillows are a must-have item to get the most out of your relaxation. This no-sew pillow cover is simple enough to make that you can even change up your pillowcases for any mood or season.

"It's painful to say goodbye to a loved one. This pillow is a deeply meaningful personalized gift for the grieving. A tangible memorial in loving memory made out of your loved one's clothing. The quilting stitch adds another layer of personalization. Was your loved one an avid football fan? I can quilt the pillow top with a football stitch. Zoom in on the photos in the listing to see the quilting stitches that were used. You can have their name and birth/death date embroidered in the middle…

In my spare time, I teach drama classes for children. I decided that wasn't enough chaos this summer and added a craft club to my class lineup. It gave me the chance to put together some easy DIY crafts for kids. It's good practice for when my toddlers are old enough to do more than color on my walls, right? I intended this project to be an easy no-sew fleece doll sized blanket, but the kids decided they wanted to make pillows instead. I usually have a vast amount of polyester stuffing on…

Wait until you see what she made -- without sewing a single stitch!:

"I made this quilted table runner/wall hanging from my husband's 100% silk neckties. Use it as a table runner or a wall hanging - a sleeve has been sewn on the back so it's ready for display. For this particular item, a total of 8 neckties were used - set on the diagonal for interest and to display these beautiful neckties. I machine quilted around each tie and around the outer border. The binding is machine sewn for durability with mitered corners. This finished item is for sale, but if you…