The Cable Knit Pillow. I've been enamored with them probably since this time last year, and after seeing this one in the Nate Berkus collection, I went a-thrifting and found a nice sweater to transform into my very own cable knit sweater pillow.
I would like to say that this was one of the easiest projects ever, but that would be a fib. Maybe for a more seasoned seamstress, scratch that, anyone but me, it would be a fairly easy project.
I did the standard measuring and sewing, but because of the stretch factor, I ended up sewing a seam again, 2 inches in and had a little waste.
I used a down insert, it gives it that squishy look that I really like. And even though I didn't attempt the fancy button treatment like on Nate's, I like how it turned out.
And I think might want to attempt another one, having learned from this one!
Do you like the look of sweater pillows?
Here are some other beautiful examples of pillows and what you can do with upcycled sweaters:
Sweater Vases @ Under the Table and Dreaming
Sweater Pillow Tutorial @ Make it and Love it
Sweater Pillow @ Domestically Speaking
Cashmere Pillow @ Strictly Simple Style
Sweater Pillow @ Adventures in Creating
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Your sweater pillow looks fabulous! Well done!
ReplyDeleteI am working on one of those myself! Do not worry, I have been sewing for many years and the stretch gave me a bit of trouble too. Mine is a heather gray with some silk in it. I washed and dried it before cutting so it would "fluff" up and I love the effect it gave. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteOh, I love the look of it! It's very fall/winter-ish...haha! Something you want to cozy up to right away, beautiful =)
ReplyDeleteSo cozy Michelle!!! Perfect for the cold weather.
ReplyDeleteI shared it on my Tatertots facebook page and linked to you :)
xoxo
Jen
I think it looks wonderful! You did a fantastic job on it. :) It is such a perfect fall pillow, and looks SO pretty on your couch! :)
ReplyDeleteI hope you are having a fun weekend!
Blessings,
Jenni
{Beautiful Nest}
I adore your new pillow. Love the texture of the cables and the softness of the knit. I'm going to clean out my sweater stacker!
ReplyDeleteI think it looks fantastic.
ReplyDeleteKathy
LOVE it!:)
ReplyDeleteGreat sweater pillow. The perfect knit pattern. Must be fought over to get to use it! Looks so warm and comfy.
ReplyDeleteLOVE how your sweater pillow turned out even without the fancy button.GREAT JOB!! I've been admiring pillows like that in PB their perfect for warming up a room for the winter. Love all your accessories on your coffee table to!!
ReplyDeleteIt looks so cozy! I also made a pillow from a cashmere cable sweater. The key to getting it right for me was to use the cables as a guide for sewing the sweater. I found it to be pretty easy this way. If you are interested, here are the details of how I made mine:
ReplyDeletehttp://strictlysimplestyle.blogspot.com/2010/09/diy-cashmere-pillow.html
That is lovely!
ReplyDeleteNice job, Michelle! I just saw one of these yesterday at Pier 1. I didn't even look to see how much it was, but I did touch it and it was nice and soft. I wouldn't mind having a few of these myself, but I don't know if I'd have the patience to make them myself, and deal with the stretchiness factor!
ReplyDeletethat is so cool ... never thought of doing that, till now, hehehehe : )
ReplyDeleteThe pillow turned out really nice. I think I would make sweater pillows out of hubby's old sweaters. IF I would enjoy sewing *lol* I am totally talent free when it comes to sewing. But who knows, maybe I will learn that too.
ReplyDeleteChrissy
Not only is the sweater pillow just perfection, the black/white damask one begind it is its foil. I hae a favorite sweater that is the most wonderful grey angora, beaded, embroidered, so pretty... but itchy beyond belief. I'm going to felt it and make a pillow/// Hopefully mine will turn out as pretty as yours! Lovely, thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteEileen @ Star's Fault
I really really love this! Fantastic!
ReplyDeleteI love it. It makes me want to attempt (EEK!) sewing again.
ReplyDeletei love it! gorgeous! very cozy . -denise
ReplyDeleteIt turned out great. I like the squish of down, too!
ReplyDeleteLove everything about this!
ReplyDeleteI have been wanting to do some cable knit projects--only problem--no one wears sweaters in SW Florida.
ReplyDeleteYou did a fabulous job. It looks awesome.
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Cheri
I absolutely love this -- it looks amazing
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by before! Your blog is great
Jenny
www.simcoestreet.blogspot.com
I love this. I have kept a cute sweater that has a hole in it for just this reason. I need to tackle it. Your home is really beautiful. I just found your blog and am now following!
ReplyDeleteLOVE your sweater pillows! I've always wanted to try this, just haven't yet. Thanks for the reminder and beautiful inspiration. Super job, Michelle! Thanks so much for linking your creativity to the DIY Project Parade! :)
ReplyDeleteRoeshel
I LOVE sweater pillows!!
ReplyDeleteThe pillow looks beautiful! I love sweater pillows. I have to admit I have one that I spent $$ on and this looks just a great. I am following your blog.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty!!!
ReplyDeleteVery cool! Thanks for stopping by my blog. Oh, and had you thought about buying some toggles and just sewing the on by hand. Looks great as is, but since you kind of liked the toggles...just an idea!
ReplyDeleteI very much love your sweater pillow. I made one out of a sweater that my mom made my husband that he can no longer wear. It was a button up type and I buttoned it closed before I measured and cut. Now it has buttons on it and is wonderful that way.
ReplyDeleteI love the look, but the only way I will have one is to buy it!
ReplyDeleteI adore sweater pillows, but novice seamstress that I am, I'm afraid buying them is the only way for me. Fortunately just buying the cover at Pottery Barn didn't hurt too much -- $18.00 I think -- and it fit the form I had just beautifully. It's now one of my favorite pillows.
ReplyDeleteMichelle, I love the sweater pillow! You did a Beautiful job, so perfect for this time of year! Your living room, looks so cozy!!!!
ReplyDeleteMichelle Torres
decorater4life@aol.com
Michelle, I simply adore cable and love your pillow. It looks fabulous in your living room. The perfect cozy addition. Thanks so much for shout out! I featured this on the Sunday Showcase post. Thanks so much for linking up. Hope you are enjoying your week! ~ Stephanie Lynn
ReplyDeleteThis turned out great! I actually have a sweater in my craft closet awaiting it's transformation into a pillow:o) Visiting from CSI
ReplyDeletevery nice!
ReplyDeleteTurned out beautifully..visiting from CSI
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