Tuesday, 27 January 2015

Patchwork Octagon Cushion Panel

I usually hang on to new fabric stash for quite a while before daring to use scissors on it, but I couldn't wait to use some of the Kaffe Fassett, Rowan fabric, I bought last week in John Lewis, Liverpool. 
It was HALF PRICE so I loved it even more. As you may notice, I love a bargain.
I had bought some a while ago, in Black Sheep Wools in Culcheth, at a 10% discount but I was thrilled to find it even cheaper in John Lewis. 
The pattern for this cushion panel was a freebie, given with purchases in Black Sheep, but I modified it quite a bit as I found the pattern somewhat difficult to follow. 
I adore the vibrant colours and pattern of all the Rowan designers and they all blend together so well, no matter how garish they look on the roll. The fabric is a super quality and so beautiful to work with, especially for hand stitching.
Now I am undecided. Decisions, decisions.
Should make one 2 sided cushion, or two (backed with a toning fabric)? 
Stay safe, warm  and cosy if the bad weather is hitting your area. We're fine here in North England but I don't envy those on NE coast of America. 
It's a good excuse to stay indoors and get crafting!
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8 comments:

  1. primrosesattic27 January 2015 at 04:37

    Jo what fab colours. decisions decisions, first I thought one cushion but then changed my mind and say two.
    Rosezeeta

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  2. Annie27 January 2015 at 04:48

    Hi Jo. Those are stunning and far too nice to go on the back of a cushion so make two out of them :-)
    Hugs,
    Annie x

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  3. Lee27 January 2015 at 08:58

    Hi Jo,what stunning fabric,and I love your cushion cover.I would make 2 cushions lol,they will look so cheery and beautiful.You are soooo clever.Have I said that before lol.Weather not too bad here at the mo,awful isn't it in the US.Will email soon.Hugs xx

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  4. Diane-crewe27 January 2015 at 10:22

    found your blog x LOVE the fabrics x .. I would say .. make 2 cushions x

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  5. Lunch Lady Jan27 January 2015 at 14:46

    Oooh, luscious fabrics!! You gotta make two fronts and use plain fabric for the back. GORGEOUS :-)
    LLJ xx

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  6. lisa28 January 2015 at 09:11

    The colours are wonderful, Jo and even better if the fabric was a bargain. You have a knack for sniffing them out.
    Hugs Lisax

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  7. Twiglet30 January 2015 at 09:09

    Gor g e ous!!! Make 2 cushions Jo! x

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  8. Neet30 January 2015 at 10:36

    With the speed at which you are turning out gorgeous quilting I would say one cushion.
    Love love the pieces you have done and hope to see them soon.
    Hugs, Neet xx

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