Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Felt Dahlia Pillow

My sister's birthday is a few days away.  I wish I was in N.J. to celebrate with her.  Unfortunately, I'm miles away in Georgia.  I spent hours wondering what to get her.  In the end, I decided to make a pillow for my sister.  A gift I knew she would love.  I was inspired by this dahlia flower picture and turned it into a pillow for my sister.








Happy Birthday, Kristen!   I hope you always know how much you mean to me, and what a wonderful sister  you are.

**A special thank-you to Stephanie @ Under the Table and Dreaming, Kim @ Savvy Southern Style, Kristi @ Addicted 2 Decorating, Stephanie @ Gumdrop Pass, Mandy @ Cre8ive Motives and Michelle @ Someday Crafts, for featuring my sister's pillow on their blogs!  Thanks also to Jen @ Tatertots and Jello for featuring my sister's pillow on her Facebook page. 

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  1. MelFebruary 15, 2012 at 9:20 PM

    Ohhhh, that's gorgeous.

    Your sister is sure to love it.

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  2. Life With LucyFebruary 15, 2012 at 9:22 PM

    So cute! You are so talented! I love the teal felt with the burlap. Thanks for sharing!!!

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  3. UnknownFebruary 15, 2012 at 9:29 PM

    Oh Brandi I could sing praises for your goodies all day long. I just love seeing your pillows:)

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  4. AngeFebruary 15, 2012 at 10:39 PM

    That is a beautiful pillow! I love it! I am sure your sister will love it too. What a great and thoughtful gift.

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  5. Julie HarwardFebruary 16, 2012 at 12:21 AM

    A very sweet labor of love..beautiful. I am not crafty but I did make a coffee filter wreath..I know, easy! LOL

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  7. MollyFebruary 16, 2012 at 7:55 AM

    That is simply stunning. Your sister is very lucky!
    I have run across your blog a couple of times and find it very inspiring! Think I just need to add it to my blog roll! Have a super day!

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  8. SheilaFebruary 16, 2012 at 8:03 AM

    Gorgeous pillow and Happy Birthday to your sister.

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  9. Jen V.February 16, 2012 at 9:07 AM

    I love this!!! Thanks for the inspiration!!!

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  10. Tabitha@InspiredByGivingFebruary 16, 2012 at 12:22 PM

    Once again, you are amazing!!! It looks so perfect and beautiful! What a lovely gift!! You've just given me a great idea for my sis-in-laws birthday!! Wonderful job!

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  11. TanyaFebruary 16, 2012 at 5:27 PM

    Such a great gift! You can see the time and care that went into it, which makes it even better,

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  12. PoohFebruary 16, 2012 at 9:33 PM

    will you be posting directions??
    thanks for sharing!

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  13. JenniFebruary 17, 2012 at 1:16 AM

    Brandi, that is AMAZING! It looks incredible, and what a wonderful gift for your sister! :) And I see you have done other things with felt on pillows...must check these out, too! I just love felt, it is such a warm and cozy fabric and so perfect for winter!

    I hope you have a lovely Friday and weekend! :)

    Blessings,
    Jenni

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  14. michelleFebruary 17, 2012 at 9:54 AM

    What a sweet gift, it is beautiful Brandi! I bet she loved it lots. :)
    xoxo

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  15. MarkFebruary 17, 2012 at 4:54 PM

    Listen, I know that I'm two days late but I was saving this to when I had more time to reply. Still, I have no time but I wanted to tell you that this pillow is beautiful.
    Perhaps you told me where you live but I forget. Anyway, I know you don't live near because I would love for you to sit with me and teach me how to do these things.
    I know, I'm rambling. That's because it's 5PM and I'm a little drunk. But believe me, that doesn't take away from my admiration of your work. You are a true Artist in every sense of the word. Maybe one day I can make things like this. In the meantime, I going to assume that you totally neglect your kids to make these things. Really, believing that, is the only thing getting me through.
    Alright, listen, I don't feel like reading over my entire comment for typos. So, if you see anything misspelled or that doesn't make sense, just deal with it.
    m.

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  16. KarenFebruary 17, 2012 at 7:51 PM

    Its gorgeous Brandi, happy birthday to your sister.

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  17. AnonymousFebruary 18, 2012 at 7:31 PM

    Oh my gosh, that is seriously gorgeous! Now I wish I was your sister too haha! I'm sure she's going to love it.

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  18. Allison@FabRehabFebruary 18, 2012 at 10:38 PM

    Lady, you should open an Etsy shop and sell these. Too cute!!

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  19. CandaceFebruary 18, 2012 at 10:46 PM

    Brandi, that pillow is absolutely gorgeous! She is going to love it. Nice job!

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  20. Mindie HiltonFebruary 18, 2012 at 11:11 PM

    Your pillow is stunning. I would love for you to share it at Bacon Time's weekly Fri-Monday linky.

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  21. TinaFebruary 19, 2012 at 12:47 AM

    So pretty! I'm in GA far away from my sister too (she's in CA). What an awesome gift to show your love from afar!

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  22. SJ @ Homemaker On A DimeFebruary 19, 2012 at 12:56 AM

    Love it so I pinned it. Hope you can swing by and join my Creative Bloggers' party & Hop :)

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  23. Our Pinteresting FamilyFebruary 19, 2012 at 9:20 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous!! I'm definitely pinning this one. :)

    Megan

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  24. Jen Lossing, Artistic Abode DesignsFebruary 20, 2012 at 1:08 PM

    This is really cute. I love all the detail. Homemade gifts are the best!

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  25. Debbie {Visual Eye Candy}February 20, 2012 at 4:25 PM

    This looks great! It's very pretty.

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  26. MegFebruary 20, 2012 at 5:39 PM

    Oh my, this is SO pretty!! I'm your newest follower and I would love a return follow. I'd also love if you linked up to my little party: http://www.nutmegplace.com/2012/02/show-off-saturday-2.html

    Hope to see you there!

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  27. Simply TasheenaFebruary 21, 2012 at 8:01 AM

    The pillow is so pretty. I would love for you to stop by and link up at my linky party via: ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com

    Mrs. Delightful
    Ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com

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  28. patti westFebruary 21, 2012 at 2:52 PM

    hi Brandi...I love this pillow!!!!! What a fab idea and design! Your sister is a lucky girl. :)

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  29. Mommy Sauri~February 21, 2012 at 3:29 PM

    I saw your link at under the table and dreaming. What a beautiful idea. It looks like something I might be able to pull off...maybe.

    Thank you for linking up.
    Mommy Sauri~
    http:casadesauri.blogspot.com

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  30. Rhonda @ home.made.February 21, 2012 at 11:18 PM

    That is so pretty - I might have to make myself one of those!

    Rhonda @ home.made.

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  31. Tara @ Tales of a Trophy WifeFebruary 22, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    Lovely! I'd love for you to link it up to my party. You can win a chance of free home decor just for linking up: http://trophyw.blogspot.com/2012/02/will-craft-for-laughter-and-grace.html
    Hope to see you there.

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  32. UnknownFebruary 22, 2012 at 8:44 AM

    Gorgeous and so easy....thanks so much for sharing. I'm going to have to try this!

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  33. SarahFebruary 22, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    I love this pillow! I am definitely going to have to try making one like this.

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  34. Chiwei @ One Dog WoofFebruary 22, 2012 at 9:49 AM

    Beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

    www.onedogwoof.blogspot.com

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  35. Natural-NestersFebruary 22, 2012 at 9:51 AM

    This turned out so cute! Great job, I love the look of the pillow! I would love it if you would stop by the Naturally-Nifty Linky Party #3 and link this and any other fun project you have up!

    -Your newest follower

    http://natural-nester.blogspot.com/2012/02/naturally-nifty-linky-party-3-features.html

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  36. EmilyJean @ citystitchin.blogspot.comFebruary 22, 2012 at 10:18 AM

    So gorgeous! I love felt...so versatile, and you've provided a great inspiration!

    citystitchin.blogspot.com

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  37. Michelle JohnnieFebruary 22, 2012 at 4:41 PM

    Love this one, Brandi!!!! All your pillows are gorgeous. I will feature this this evening at somedaycrafts.blogspot.com.

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  38. Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon DesignsFebruary 22, 2012 at 7:59 PM

    Your sister is one lucky girl, because that pillow is beautiful! We would love for you to share this at our link party. Our readers would go crazy over this!

    Take care! Trish @ Uncommon

    www.uncommondesignsonline.com

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  39. JannyFebruary 22, 2012 at 10:18 PM

    She's going to love this! No doubt. I love how you put the flower on burlap. I almost bought burlap the last time I was at the store, but couldn't think of anything besides a wreath to make with it. Thanks for the inspiration! I'm pinning this!

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  40. Sugarr2518February 23, 2012 at 12:21 AM

    What the perfect birthday gift! It looks like you put a lot of work into it. Love, love, love!

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  41. BalancingFebruary 23, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    This is fantastic! I love the dahlia on flowers! I am sure she is going to love this and so will I once I make one! Thanks for posting about this!

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  42. UnknownFebruary 23, 2012 at 9:26 PM

    This is beautiful. Came over from Sassy Sites.
    melissa

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  43. Mrs MikeFebruary 24, 2012 at 9:46 AM

    Wow, what an amazing pillow!! I'm sure your sister will love it! :)

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  44. StephanieFebruary 24, 2012 at 10:03 AM

    I love this so much! I've included it on my Favorite Friday Finds post :)

    You can see it here: http://www.gumdroppass.com/2012/02/favorite-finds-friday-22412.html

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  45. Just JaimeFebruary 24, 2012 at 10:54 AM

    So impressive and beautiful! Great job! Isn't it great to realize the dream?

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  46. bethFebruary 24, 2012 at 12:55 PM

    LOVE IT

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  47. Lolly JaneFebruary 25, 2012 at 10:19 AM

    What a lucky sistah! it is darn pretty and I love the detail in the center :)

    We'd ♥ for you to pop in and share w/ our at our weekend par-tay! XO

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  48. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleFebruary 26, 2012 at 9:39 AM

    Brandi,
    that pillow is so cute. I bet your sister loves it. Thanks for sharing at Wow.

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  49. pam {simple details}February 28, 2012 at 9:22 PM

    Your are CRAZY creative!! What a thoughtful gift and sister you are! :)

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  50. Tammy@Beatrice BanksFebruary 29, 2012 at 8:46 AM

    What a fabulous job Brandi! Your sister is sure to love it. Gorgeous!

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  51. A room with a viewFebruary 29, 2012 at 12:44 PM

    A very creative piece and I love the color combinations - a special gift your sister is sure to appreciate. Thank you for sharing!

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  52. AnonymousMarch 1, 2012 at 2:35 AM

    GORGEOUS. Here after a while obviously but each time I visit you have something wonderful to show us.

    Love it Brandi.

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  53. AnonymousMarch 1, 2012 at 7:04 AM

    This pillow is absolutely gorgeous! I must try to make one of my own!

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  54. StaceyMarch 2, 2012 at 10:28 AM

    Hi Brandi!
    I love your pillow and the colors are so nice! Would love if you would come by to link this up to my Creative Inspirations party happening now! I would love to have you!
    Stacey of Embracing Change
    http://staceyembracingchange.blogspot.com

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  55. Mrs. HMarch 16, 2012 at 4:09 PM

    Thats beautiful! I love it!

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  56. Cristina GarayMarch 22, 2012 at 9:33 AM

    Gorgeous! I love it!

    http://www.remodelandolacasa.com

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  57. Shabby Sweet TeaMarch 22, 2012 at 3:59 PM

    What a lovely gift! I bet your sister loved it. Found you on Centsational Girls Spring Party.

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  58. Bindu MallelaApril 17, 2012 at 8:36 PM

    very creative!!!

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  59. Recipes We LoveApril 22, 2012 at 7:32 AM

    Very cute! Found you by wasy of Sew Many Things party!

    Amber
    www.recipeswelove.net

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  60. thistlewoodfarmApril 24, 2012 at 10:10 PM

    That pillow is so cute! I love the color of the flower! Your sister is so lucky!

    Thanks for linking up to our party!

    blessings,
    karianne

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  61. Linda @ it all started with paintApril 25, 2012 at 12:25 AM

    Brandi, such a sweet pillow with such a sweet story ...

    So very happy that you linked up to our Pillopalooza slumber party!

    :)

    Linda

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  62. Jamie @ Domestically VintageJune 5, 2012 at 8:27 PM

    Wow! I am so impressed with your pillow. It's gorgeous! I'm really loving your blog! ~ Jamie

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