Tuesday, May 20, 2014

An American Flag Pillow

My favorite holiday is the 4th of July.  When I was a kid it used to mean fireworks and free hot dogs at the fire station.  Since then it's become a reminder of the men and women who have served our country.  I have many family members who have served in the military and who are currently serving.  I created this pillow for my friend Stacey, whose husband just returned safely from deployment.

The fabric was ordered from Ebay.

After cutting the flag out, I used hem tape to secure the fabric to the burlap.




A handmade pillow perfect for Memorial Day and July 4th!


I hope you enjoyed the patriotic twist on my burlap pillow.




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57 comments:

  1. Optimistic ExistentialistMay 20, 2014 at 8:59 AM

    Cool creation Brandi!! And now I'm craving hot dogs and burgers lol!

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  2. pam {simple details}May 20, 2014 at 9:01 AM

    What a sweetheart you are, Brandi! I love your patriotic pillow!

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  3. ℳartina @ Northern NestingMay 20, 2014 at 9:22 AM

    I LOVE IT Brandi!!

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  4. KarMay 20, 2014 at 9:39 AM

    What a sweet gift and easy also. Love it!!!

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  5. Lisa @ Texas DecorMay 20, 2014 at 9:53 AM

    Your friend is lucky to have you. :) Such a sweet gift you made! I love the 4th of July too.

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  6. Kim May 20, 2014 at 10:23 AM

    That's a very sweet gesture! I love the pillow...I could see a few of these peppered around my patio!

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  7. UnknownMay 20, 2014 at 10:57 AM

    But of course I love this pillow. Its perfect for Memorial day and the 4th! I love all your pillows!!

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  8. KarenMay 20, 2014 at 11:06 AM

    Brandi that is beautiful, touching and thoughtful. You're pillows are always fantastic.

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  9. Simply LKJMay 20, 2014 at 11:09 AM

    Beautiful Brandi! What a sweet gesture for a returning soldier.

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  10. alissa {33shadesofgreen}May 20, 2014 at 12:37 PM

    Love this pillow, Brandi! Your friend will love this, I'm sure.

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  11. MeganMay 20, 2014 at 1:34 PM

    Okay, that is gorgeous and I love that you include cleaning instructions, how thoughtful!

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  12. CharisaMay 20, 2014 at 2:16 PM

    This is such a great project! And love those personalized tags!

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  13. Ordinary JMay 20, 2014 at 2:24 PM

    Great for the upcoming memorial day!! I love the trim. Nice workmanship!! You should sell this on Etsy!!

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  14. yours truly, melissaMay 20, 2014 at 3:48 PM

    So cute! I love the burlap offset by the flag... Perfect Fourth of July decor.

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  15. therelishedroostMay 20, 2014 at 4:26 PM

    Great job I love it!

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  16. DeeMay 20, 2014 at 4:33 PM

    Brandi, you are a sewing genius. I love the Fourth of July, too and that pillow is absolutely perfect for the upcoming holidays. I also got a kick out of the tag you included. It was the perfect finishing touch.

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  17. Red Rose AlleyMay 20, 2014 at 7:17 PM

    Brandi,
    I love this flag pillow, and it will be perfect for the Fourth of July. You did a great job. My mom used to sew and made all my clothes growing up. She even made my wedding dress. I think that is such a talent you have.

    ~Sheri

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  18. BrigitteMay 20, 2014 at 8:30 PM

    I love Fourth of July! This pillow is great Brandi!

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  19. My Garden DiariesMay 20, 2014 at 8:49 PM

    Hey lady!!! This pillow is absolutely beautiful! Wow! Do you have a gift!!! And your memories of the 4th growing up were a lot like mine! Such a lovely space you have here! A wonderful week to you! Nicole xo

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  20. MorganMay 20, 2014 at 9:14 PM

    What a sweet thought for your friend. I would never have thought to do that for a friend whose husband came home. I think it's a great idea and I love the tag you sewed in on the side. Such a great gift to honor someone who served and their family.

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  21. Of the comelyMay 20, 2014 at 9:47 PM

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  22. Of the comelyMay 20, 2014 at 9:49 PM

    Wow you did a great job on that pillow. Thanks for checking out my blog. Hope to see you again soon:)

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  23. Life and KnitsMay 20, 2014 at 10:07 PM

    This is a great idea!!

    Susie

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  24. CharityMay 21, 2014 at 7:47 AM

    Great idea...I have been into different types of fun pillows lately.
    charity
    www.lifeafterbaseball.net

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  25. ShellyMay 21, 2014 at 8:01 AM

    Great job Brandi. Love your pillow designs.

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  26. Forever Engaged May 21, 2014 at 9:18 AM

    I want one! I need throw pillows, I wish I could make some with nautical themes.... Thanks for the inspiration!

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  27. AnonymousMay 21, 2014 at 10:06 AM

    This is great! I never think about doing holiday specific pillows! I love it!

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  28. Harlynn May 21, 2014 at 12:23 PM

    Beautiful work!!
    Your friend will adore the gift, so thoughtful.
    I like your reasoning as to why the 4th of July is your favorite holiday by the way! XD

    <3
    Harlynn
    mindyourmadness.blogspot.com

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  29. JamalaMay 21, 2014 at 1:02 PM

    Oh wow.. i love that.. you did a fantastic job on it.. hmmm gives me an idea to make for my son when he comes home...

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  30. BeateMay 21, 2014 at 4:36 PM

    Wow, this is an awesome idea! I love it :)

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  31. BLOGZOOMMay 21, 2014 at 5:00 PM



    Hi Friend! :)

    Your suggestion was very good!

    Kisses

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  32. Vel CristeMay 21, 2014 at 5:14 PM

    Awwww, what a sweet and thoughtful gift Brandi! not to mention beautiful too! I know Stacey will love it! She's a doll and I adore you ladies both, glad to see what she's been up to on IG since I do kind miss her blog posts. :-)

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  33. Mike @TheIronYouMay 21, 2014 at 5:43 PM

    Brandi you are honestly one of the most talented people I know. I love this pillow, it's super cool (and btw we need to be a lil more patriotic!)

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  34. Julia@Cuckoo4DesignMay 21, 2014 at 7:41 PM

    LOve it and the label is adorable too

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  35. KeoshiaMay 21, 2014 at 9:49 PM

    Great pillow, I can do DIY's but I can sew for nothing, lol!

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  36. Celestina MarieMay 21, 2014 at 10:26 PM

    Hi Brandi, Your flag pillow is gorgeous. I love the burlap background and the added touch with your handmade tag. You are so talented. The 4th of July growing up was always special for me too. We had fireworks in the park down the street from my house and neighbors would gather together to enjoy the show.
    It really is a time to salute the many men and women who serve and have served our country to keep us free.
    Your pillow is a great symbol of that.
    Hugs

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  37. Ivy, Phyllis and Me!May 22, 2014 at 9:41 AM

    Good Afternoon Brandi, Your friend will love this cushion, you have done a beautiful job. I love the personal touch of the hand written tag.
    Best Wishes
    Daphne

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  38. simplychicMay 22, 2014 at 11:01 AM

    wow!!! you are so talented!

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  39. AiringMyLaundryMay 22, 2014 at 2:37 PM

    Love the pillow. Great job!

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  40. AnonymousMay 23, 2014 at 4:06 AM

    I respect your love over the country. Handmade pillow looks very beautiful!

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  41. Natasha in OzMay 23, 2014 at 9:55 PM

    This is a brilliant project, Brandi. You did a fabulous job with that patriotic cushion!

    If you have a minute to spare I'd be thrilled if you could share this post at my weekly Say G'Day Saturday linky party. It has just started and this would be a fabulous addition.

    Best wishes for a wonderful weekend,
    Natasha in Oz

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  42. LibbyMay 23, 2014 at 11:53 PM

    You always make the best pillows! :-)

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  43. LindaMay 24, 2014 at 8:18 AM

    Beautiful and creative!

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  44. DeniseinVAMay 24, 2014 at 8:26 AM

    Hi Brandi, I am new to your blog and wanted to say how much I enjoyed my visit. This is a beautiful pillow! To your family and friends who are in the services and to those who have retired, I would like to give my thanks. Have a great Memorial Day weekend!

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  45. Simply Suzannes at HomeMay 24, 2014 at 11:11 AM

    Suzanne of Simply Suzannes at Home

    Good morning, Brandi!
    I love your pillow! It's a simple and clean design . . . you did a great job!!! Thanks so much for sharing with us.
    I hope you have a wonderful weekend with your family,
    Suzanne

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  46. Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow May 24, 2014 at 2:36 PM

    I LOVE the pillow you made, Brandi! The welting and the tag give it that extra special finishing touch. xoxo

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  47. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRMay 25, 2014 at 10:56 PM

    What a cute pillow, Brandi! Your talent just never ceases to amaze me! This is really pretty!

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  48. KishaMay 25, 2014 at 11:45 PM

    Absolutely beautiful pillow Brandi! I love it and such a sweet and generous thing to do.

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  49. UnknownMay 27, 2014 at 1:24 AM

    Wow, I love everything about that pillow! The blue trim really sets it off.

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  50. UnknownMay 27, 2014 at 8:49 PM

    This is just beautiful! I love everything, the colors, the texture! Pinned:)

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  51. Luci @Bungalow At HomeMay 27, 2014 at 10:38 PM

    Brandi, your pillows never disappoint! Love this in the light burlap! Been too busy to blog recently but had to see what you were up to!

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  52. UnknownMay 28, 2014 at 8:47 AM

    So talented!

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  53. Kris @ Driven by DécorMay 29, 2014 at 11:28 PM

    Brandi, you are the sweetest! I love your pillow and bet that Stacey (such a cool gal, isn't she?!) loved it too. Hope you had a wonderful Memorial Day weekend!

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  54. JGMay 30, 2014 at 2:45 PM

    Your friend will enjoy her new pillow! I like your "handmade by" label, too.
    ~Judy

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  55. Leslie {Goodbye, house. Hello, home!}May 30, 2014 at 6:10 PM

    These are great! I think I need to make a set for my front porch rocking chairs!!!

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  56. TonyaMay 31, 2014 at 11:15 PM

    Pretty!
    I love all your pillows! yes, I would certainly buy them from your etsy shop. :-)

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  57. FrouFrouBritchesJune 1, 2014 at 12:58 PM

    That is ADORABLE!!! I have a thing for patriotic décor so this is right up my alley. Absolutely precious!!!

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