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Monday, March 06, 2006

Custom Pillows of all Shapes and Sizes!

Welcome to the exciting world of custom ring bearer pillows!!  I can make any size or shape we can come up with, match your theme and colors, or just help you to express your true self though fabric, ribbon, beading and creativity.  Do you have a specific idea in mind, such as a holiday themed pillow, or perhaps a ring bearer pillow for your Dog- of-honor?  I can work with you to come up with the perfect pillow.
Creating your own custom ring bearer pillow can be fun and challenging as you sort out your themes and colors.  As your plan comes into focus, I will provide swatch samples via email and sketches of what your pillow will look like, as well as photos of the progress, as we keep in close contact about all elements of your special pillow.

Fromswatches

 

Some elements we can work with:

How much embellishment?
Some folks go for the simple style, while others love the hand quilted rosettes or flowers spilling over the edges. Beading and ribbons can also dress up your pillow.  The choice is yours.
The edges of the pillow also play a huge part on the finished look of the pillow.  Lace edges can give a traditional look, a seamed single stitch edge, a particular elegance, and a triple seams edge, contemporary flair.  The options are as boundless as our imaginations--and I am always willing to make suggestions!
Once we have created your ideal pillow, you may want to continue your theme through other elements.  I can make favors such as bookmarks or mini-pillows and more.  I also can create a guest book covered with matching fabric.  Check it out on the site.
I charge a small fee for working with you to create your pillow--this helps defray the cost of buying the swatches to provide as samples and the time it takes to provide the sketches and photos for your perusal.  When the pillow is complete, I post it, and you purchase it directly from the site.  I keep the image up, to provide visitors with an example of  what custom work can be, but it is not available to the public--remember, that pillow was made especially for you!

MAKE ME A PILLOW!!

Tuesday, January 31, 2006

In the Mood For Love

This is a pillow with several layers--in more than one way!  It has many layers of fabric to give such an interesting  three dimensional look.  First I used a white poly-satin, layered hearts of red and Misty_heart1purple in the shape of a heart and then overlaid it with an iridescent pink fabric to give a gorgeous sheen.  For a final touch, I hand quilted the heart shape for further dimension.  This pillow can be used as a ring bearer pillow, but it would also make a beautiful presentation pillow for a Valentine's day wish for your special someone. This Misty Heart pillow complements any event where LOVE is involved!
This pillow is approximately 7" by 7", with a satin red ribbon to tie your rings or secure your special gift.  Securing the ribbon is a whimsical square faux-gem button.  There is a holding band on the back, which can be used for a ring bearer to hold or to hold your card that carries your Valentine wishes.  Either way as ring bearer pillow or as a gift, this delightful pillow has plenty of character!
You can click on the image to enlarge.
This Misty Hearts pillow is $20.00. 

Monday, January 09, 2006

Chaos in the Studio.

I shoot all my own pillows, as I have a background in photography.  However, I can't say that I have the most advanced studio. I try to limit who can just walk on in, but sometimes the paparazzi just bust on through! Sometimes iP1041474t's just an animal house!!  Carmine Gazpacho, AKA "Thunderfoot" (how such a small cat can stomp around so loudly is beyond me...) just had to get in the picture here.  I  guess he thinks he's an A-Lister. And perhaps he is.  As I am not on the A-list, I may not be privy to all its members.  Perhaps Carmine will take me to one of those hard-to-get-into clubs one of these days. You'd be surprised how many of those there are in Central Pennsylvania.  I think they are all secret, though.

But I digress!  Scroll down and see if any of my original, handmade ring bearer pillows suit you. 
And don't forget, I also can work with you to custom create your ideal pillow.

Friday, January 06, 2006

In the PINK!!

P1041473_1Wild and wooly, this sassy, hot pink fur ring pillow is not for the tame!  When I found this fabric I knew I could do something great with it.  This could be the special element that makes your
wedding!!

Seven inches square, this pillow is softly stuffed to allow the fur, which is coverd in textural whorls, to really speak for itself. The center has the custom covered button, with a 1/4 inch satin ribbon tipped with iridescent pink beads. I double stitched the edges for an elegant, finished look. 

One of my favorite features of this fur is that is has an almost tie-dyed look, with parts lighter pink and parts richer pink.  This really gives the fabric character and depth.

If you totally love this fabric, but are not yet at the point (or past the point for that matter) of getting a ring bearer pillow, I can make custom pillows of just about any size or shape!  Just contact me through email at elanadavis@gmail.com.

Please click on the images for a huge pop up treat!!P1041475

Here are two details:  On the left you can see the whorl details of this fantatsic fabric. On the right, you can see the delicate beading detail that brings it all together....

P1041476Click on either image for a grand pop-up experience!

To purchase this pillow, click below to add to your shopping cart!

Sunday, December 04, 2005

Woodland Wonder

RosefernThis 7"x7" pillow uses the whimsical elements of the forest in a whole new way as a sheer overlay to produce a soft pink delicacy of a piece.  A soft faux micro suede complements the smooth top. It's simplicity draws attention to the fern embedded in the white overlay, while the edged stitching fosters a finished elegance to complement your style.  Small iridescent beads add a finishing touch to a white satin ribbon to hold your rings securely down the aisle, and a holding band on the reverse is perfect for small hands to hold on tightly. The center of the pillow is punctuated by a hand covered button of the matching pink with white fern overlay.

I enjoyed making this pillow, experimenting with overlay fabrics.  I am pleased with the simplicity of the design, as many of my designs can be wild at times! I hope you find this pillow would make a lovely addition to you special day.

Thanks for looking!
This fantastic pillow is only $25.00...

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In the PINK

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Woodland Wonder

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