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Sunday, October 20, 2013

ferris wheel epp...

Great News! My dad went home from the hospital Thursday and is doing great! I think some of the nurses were glad to see me go. There were some really great ones, but then there were some that I had to remind to give medicine or at least write his pain medicine info on the board so he knew when his next dose was. One night no one gave him his medicine at all. Seriously?! Oh well. More good news....

Ferris Wheel EPP pillow

I was able to finish another EPP project and I think this one is my favorite EPP project so far...

Ferris Wheel EPP pillow

I love the bright colors of Summerville with the black Essex linen.

Ferris Wheel EPP pillow

For the back I used the remaining charm squares and then a folded piece of the linen in 1/2 and added button holes. Totally makes it a double sided pillow, eh?! I didn't layer or quilt the patchwork back, but now I kinda wished I did. Dang. Because the squares are from a charm pack, the edges are finished with pinking sheers so hopefully they won't unravel too much. I always use my serger to finish the seams on the inside of the pillow if I'm not binding it, so I think it will wash up okay.

Ferris Wheel EPP pillow

I machine quilted the Ferris wheel part to the linen then I hand quilted around the wheel using embroidery floss in four different colors. I used 1 1/2 inch hexagons, 1 1/2 squares, and 1 1/12 inch equilateral triangles. I cut all my shapes on my silhouette using cardstock. I really need to get some perle cotton so I don't have to separate the threads. I HATE that part!

Ferris Wheel EPP pillow

There is a ferris wheel Flickr group, too! It was fun to look at all the pictures to find some inspiration. I hope you give this one a try!

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43 comments:

  1. CherylOctober 20, 2013 at 9:15 PM

    Beautiful pillow! I have never tried EPP, but your pillow has inspired me to try!

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 21, 2013 at 9:11 AM

      Oh, Cheryl, you must try it! It's definitely not a fast turn around but really helps if you are without your machine and need to be creative! Thanks for the sweet comment love!

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  2. AnonymousOctober 21, 2013 at 3:25 AM

    Nice job Melissa....loving the ferris wheel cushion.

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 21, 2013 at 9:11 AM

      thanks so very much! I'm so happy with how it turned out! thanks for visiting!

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  3. AmandaK@whatthebobbinOctober 21, 2013 at 7:48 AM

    Wow! Love this pillow! The button closure on the back is pretty cute too.

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 21, 2013 at 9:13 AM

      Thanks Amanda! I've been trying out other ways to close up the backs of the pillows besides just envelope. This one was pretty easy. Thanks for the visit and comment love!

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  4. AnonymousOctober 21, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    Really great pillow. The hand quilting is such a nice touch. It was worth separating that floss!

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 23, 2013 at 7:54 AM

      Haha! Thanks so much! I think I am just terrible at the separating part...1/2 the time it ends up in knots. Thanks so much for the sweet words and visit!

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  5. Paula@TheSassyQuilterOctober 21, 2013 at 5:10 PM

    Very snazzy! I love that linen!!! I have only done an envelope style, but those buttons are sooo cute.

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 23, 2013 at 7:57 AM

      Hey Paula! I am in love with this linen! I have a few yards stashed away! The button back didn't take that much longer than regular envelope closures so you must try it out! I find that if I don't put some type of closure (button, zipper, Velcro) then the back starts to bust out a bit. Thanks for the visit!!

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  6. Lorna McMahonOctober 21, 2013 at 6:34 PM

    Now that is sweet! I love how you used patchwork and the grey for the backing. Love that hand quilting. Very stylish!

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 23, 2013 at 7:57 AM

      Thanks Lorna! I really love the back as much as the front...bonus! Thanks for the sweet comment and of course coming to visit!

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  7. RoslynOctober 21, 2013 at 7:43 PM

    Love the mix of the black essex linen and the colours!

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 23, 2013 at 7:58 AM

      Thanks, Roslyn! I am a bit addicted to this black Essex linen! Thanks for the visit and comment!

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  8. Alyce @ Blossom Heart QuiltsOctober 21, 2013 at 8:07 PM

    I'm not an EPPer, but I think that's just coz I'm bored with hexies. I think this kind of design could possibly sway me!! Hope your poor dad's doing ok, what awful treatment... or lack of!!

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 23, 2013 at 8:02 AM

      I totally know what you mean about being bored with hexies. It was fun to play with the colors and they are relaxing while hanging with my dad. All the nurses would ask how I had the patience and I would say I have two toddlers so this is relaxing for me. HAHA! Thanks for the visit!

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  9. Serena @ SewgivingOctober 21, 2013 at 9:40 PM

    Ooooo love your pillow! The hand quilting was a lovely touch :)

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 23, 2013 at 8:05 AM

      Thanks so much, Serena! I debated the hand quilting and then thought I would just do one row, but then I kept going because I loved the way it looked! Thanks so much for visiting and taking the time to comment!

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  10. margaretOctober 22, 2013 at 12:53 AM

    So good to hear your Dad is back home and well on the recovery route.

    Cushion has worked so well, we have come along way with EPP from when it was just hexies

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 23, 2013 at 8:09 AM

      Hi Margaret! Thanks so much! He is so happy to be home and seems to be recovering faster at home. I'm quite enjoying the non-hexie EPP lately. I might have to try a star next or join Jan at Sow and Sew Farm's EPP bee. Thanks so much for visiting, as always!

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  11. legato1958October 22, 2013 at 6:17 AM

    Your pillow is gorgeous! So delicate and pretty!

    susie

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 23, 2013 at 8:10 AM

      Thanks so very much, Susie! I am really enjoying this one on my couch! Thanks for visiting!

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  12. Michelle BartholomewOctober 22, 2013 at 11:21 AM

    Love your pillow! The hand quilting is beyond cute.

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 23, 2013 at 8:11 AM

      Thanks so much Michelle! I am so glad I hand quilted it....I almost didn't! ha! Thanks for the visit!

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  13. Janine @ Rainbow HareOctober 22, 2013 at 5:22 PM

    This pillow is gorgeous! And good news that your Dad is going home :)

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 23, 2013 at 8:12 AM

      Absolutely! Thanks so much for your sweet comment! Happy Hump Day!

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  14. JennOctober 23, 2013 at 1:47 AM

    Gorgeous pillow cover :).

    Cheers,
    Jenn from Mellycoddle :).

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 23, 2013 at 8:13 AM

      Thanks so much Jenn! AND thanks so much for visiting and taking time to leave a sweet comment! Have a great week!

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  15. AnonymousOctober 23, 2013 at 8:56 AM

    Great pillow! I actually hadn't seen a Ferris wheel pattern before, and now I'll have to give it a try. I like the bright color/dark gray contrast, too.

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 26, 2013 at 3:35 PM

      Thanks so much! This was a nice change away from just EPP hexies. You must try it out! Thanks so much for visiting and leaving a comment!

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  16. OksanaBOctober 23, 2013 at 6:08 PM

    Super cute pillow! Hello there! We've just recently moved to Houston :) Enjoying warm weather and new restaurants :)
    I wanted to invite you to the {Handmade Café} Link Party, the new and very unique linky! I hope you'll join us and link up. You will meet many exceptional international crafters/bloggers!

    Oksana @ Oksana Plus Hobbies
    http://oksanalikesit.blogspot.com/2013/10/handmade-cafe-link-party-2-features-2.html

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 26, 2013 at 3:36 PM

      Welcome to Texas! Hope you get to check out the Quilt Festival next weekend! I will be sure to hop over to check out your link party. Thanks for the invite!

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  17. Kelly @ My Quilt InfatuationOctober 24, 2013 at 9:52 PM

    I'm so glad to hear that your dad is doing better. Your ferris wheel blocks look fantastic with the linen. so pretty!

    Thank you so much for linking up to Needle and Thread Thursday!

    :) Kelly @ My Quilt Infatuation

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 26, 2013 at 3:37 PM

      Thanks Kelly! I always enjoy "partying" with you on Thursdays! Have a great weekend!

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  18. JanetOctober 25, 2013 at 7:56 PM

    Super pretty! I love the outline quilting.

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 26, 2013 at 3:39 PM

      Thanks so much Janet! I'm so glad I did all four rows. Thanks so much for visiting and leaving a sweet comment! Have a great weekend!

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  19. Jennie @ Porch Swing QuiltsOctober 26, 2013 at 12:13 AM

    What an adorable pillow! And your dad is a lucky man to have you looking out for him. Who cares if some nurses didn't like you? Great job!

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 26, 2013 at 3:41 PM

      Thanks, Jennie! I agree about the nurses...they better not hope to see me again! Thanks for the sweet comment and reminder. Have a great day!

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  20. ipatchandquiltOctober 26, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    So so cute! I wish I had the patience to do this!
    Esther
    esthersipatchandquilt at yahoo dot com
    ipatchandquilt dot wordpress dot com

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    1. Melissa at My Fabric RelishOctober 26, 2013 at 3:42 PM

      Thanks Esther! I think having two toddlers gives me the patience to sit and do nothing but stich! lol As always, thanks so much for visiting! :) Have a great day!

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  21. KrisOctober 27, 2013 at 7:20 AM

    Your pillow is super cute!

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  22. Katelyn @ Sing While CraftingOctober 29, 2013 at 1:04 PM

    Love this EEP. The colors work so beautifully with the gray. The back of your pillow is great too! The envelope backing with the buttons is fancy looking!
    - Katelyn @ Sing While Crafting

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