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American Farmhouse Pillows

By: Kirsten Jones

At a Glance:

Project #14850 Skill Level: Intermediate Time:
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This project features these great brands:

  • FolkArt Outdoor Paint Logo
  • FolkArt Painting Stencils Logo
supplies

FolkArt ® Outdoor™ Acrylic Colors - Wicker White, 2 oz. - 1610

Number Needed: 1 $2.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Outdoor™ Acrylic Colors - Sapphire, 2 oz. - 6489

Number Needed: 1 $2.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Painting Stencils - Vintage Crate - 32701E

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Stencil Decor ® Brushes - Stencil Brush, 3/8" - 34038

Number Needed: 1 $2.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Folkart ® Brush Sets - Detail Brush Set, 10 pc. - 44278

Number Needed: 1 $5.99
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instructions

Other Supplies

  • Two 16" x 16" pillow forms
  • ½ yd. Red linen fabric
  • ½ yd. Small stripe linen fabric
  • Needle and thread
  • Stencil tape

Instructions

  1. Using pillow form as a guide, cut fabric larger than form; cut two squares from each fabric.
  2. On light blue stripe fabric, tape off stencil as shown in photo.
  3. Stencil using Sapphire and stencil brush, let dry.
  4. Using liner brush from Detail set, mix two parts paint to 1 part water so that paint is “inky.” Paint “Made in America” as shown and let dry.
  5. On red pillow, stencil “1776” as shown. Add a large star to each side as shown.
  6. Let dry.
  7. Sew pillows and stuff with pillow forms.

Disclaimer: The information found in each project is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed, nor is freedom from any patent to be inferred. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, Plaid Enterprises, Inc. disclaims any liability for untoward results.

Important: Please be sure to thoroughly read the instructions for all products, paying particular attention to all cautions and warnings shown to ensure the proper and safe use of the product.

Copyright: All Rights Reserved. No part of this Project may be reproduced in any form without permission in writing, except for your personal use, except by reviewer, who may in reviewing this project, quote brief passages in a magazine or newspaper.