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Mid-Century Amoeba Hand Embroidered Artwork

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:23:12 -0500

$20.00
This little work of free-form, abstract embroidery is reminiscent of an amoeba with a bright, mid-century modern kick of color. Handmade with dark gray, white, medium and dark shades of aqua on a background of textured black cotton-poly.

Measures just over 4 1/2” x 5 1/2” (about 11.5cm x 14cm) and mounted on lightweight foamcore. Please note that shipping for this item is slightly higher, as it will be carefully packed and sent in a cardboard box to ensure safe delivery.

Embroidered Pillow Cover in Folk Floral

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:23:12 -0500

$30.00
This cheerful accent pillow features Anna Marie Horner's 100% cotton Festival print with cardinal red flowers on a background of wide oyster and golden stripes. Small pinkish polka dots and hand embroidery in a rusty gold add the final flourishes that will perk up any home. Backed with a lipstick red cotton. Flap closure.

Fits a 14" x 14" insert (about 35cm x 35cm)

*Listing is for the pillow cover only. If you wish to buy an insert, I can add a polyester-fill or down insert for an additional $10. Please contact for revised shipping cost.

Little Cloudburst Hand Embroidered Artwork

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 20:11:39 -0400

$15.00
This little work of handmade embroidery is a cheerful way to add a burst of color! A sunshower of bright orange embroidered sprinkles cascades down a repurposed swatch from a vintage Vera cotton napkin in a variety of yellow and orange/yellow hues.

Measures 4” x 6 ½ ” (about 10cm x 16.5cm) and mounted on lightweight foamcore. Please note that shipping for this item is slightly higher, as it will be carefully packed and sent in a cardboard box to ensure safe delivery.

Embroidered Pillow Cover in Abstract Atomic

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 20:11:39 -0400

$40.00
This retro pillow cover is a cool combination of an amazing vintage barkcloth backed with a slubbed silk blend. The Space-Age era barkcloth is an abstract pattern of greens (slightly olive), black, beige and cream with a hint of subtle blue. The nubby backing fabric is a neutral, complimentary tan. Hand-embroidered yellow and grey geometric shapes add additional texture and visual interest. Flap enclosure.

18" x 18"/ 45cm x 45cm

This listing is for the pillow cover only. If you wish to buy an insert, I can add a plush feather insert for an additional $10. Please contact for revised shipping cost.

Little Lichen Hand Embroidered Artwork

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 21:34:36 -0400

$20.00
This modern piece of handmade embroidery is a free form, textured piece that is reminiscent of a bit of lichen or moss. Made from a variety of French knots and satin stitches, this organic-looking artwork is made from a mix of beige, deep brown, green and gold embroidery thread on a background of textured white cotton.

Measures 4" x 4 1/2" (about 10cm x 11.5 cm) and mounted on lightweight foamcore. Please note that shipping for this item is slightly higher, as it will be carefully packed and sent in a cardboard box to ensure safe delivery

Pillow Cover in Golden Striped Tumble

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 21:34:36 -0400

$30.00
An elegant creation made from gorgeous, shimmering gold and khaki striped upholstery fabric, this cover features an original, hand-screenprinted design of deep plum, stylized leafy flowers. Backed with a soft cream-colored cotton-polyester blend. Flap closure.

16" x 16"/ 40cm x 40cm

This listing is for the pillow cover only. If you wish to buy an insert, I can add a plush feather or polyester-fill insert for an additional $10. Please contact for revised shipping cost.

Little Squiggle on Teal Hand Embroidered Artwork

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:30:50 -0400

$15.00
This piece of handmade embroidery combines more traditional, rich colors with an abstract, free-form approach. Made with shimmering metallic copper, gold, and beige embroidery threads on a background of deep teal, subtly textured fabric.

Measures 6” x 6” (about 15cm x 15cm) and mounted on lightweight foamcore. Please note that shipping for this item is slightly higher, as it will be carefully packed and sent in a cardboard box to ensure safe delivery.

Embroidered Pillow Cover in Mod Pop

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:30:50 -0400

$35.00
This pillow cover adds a whole lot of graphic punch with just three colors- red,white and black. The front features a mod, heavy cotton from Ikea's Fialena textile line,hand embroidered with a touch of white. The back is made from a gorgeous, upcycled scarlet red wool. Backed with the same red wool. Flap closure.

Fits a 16" x 16" insert (40cm x 40cm)

*Listing is for the pillow cover only. If you wish to buy an insert, I can add a polyester-fill or down insert for an additional $10. Please contact for revised shipping cost.

Little Squiggle on Pink Hand Embroidered Artwork

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 22:26:56 -0400

$15.00
This abstract piece of handmade embroidery is a free form, fun little artwork that is an easy way to inject a bit of color and whimsy in any space. Made with black, dark gray and white embroidery thread on a background of textured, peony-pink cotton-poly.

Measures 4” x 6” (about 10cm x 15cm) and mounted on lightweight foamcore. Please note that shipping for this item is slightly higher, as it will be carefully packed and sent in a cardboard box to ensure safe delivery

Pillow Cover in Autumn Tumble

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 22:26:56 -0400

$32.00
Celebrate the changing colors of Fall with this hand-screenprinted cover, featuring an original design of yellow stylized leafy flowers tumbling across a background of rich, heavy orange cotton. Backed with a cuddle-worthy fine corduroy in clean white. Flap closure.

18" x 18"/ 45cm x 45cm

This listing is for the pillow cover only. If you wish to buy an insert, I can add a plush feather or polyester-fill insert for an additional $10. Please contact for revised shipping cost.

Little Dashes Hand Embroidered Artwork

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 22:18:49 -0400

$15.00
Follow the path of dashes in this abstract, hand embroidered piece. Citrus orange thread weaves its way across an upcycled swatch taken from a vintage Vera cotton napkin in a variety of bright yellow and yellow/orange hues.

Measures 5” x 7” (about 13 x 18cm) and mounted on lightweight foamcore. Please note that shipping for this item is slightly higher, as it will be carefully packed and sent in a cardboard box to ensure safe delivery.

Applique Pillow Cover in Orange Cloud

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 22:18:48 -0400

$30.00
This eye-popping accent pillow features Alexander Henry's retro, 100% thick cotton Ringo fabric in a Carnaby Street combination of acid greens, oranges,pink and white. Accenting this mod pattern are two 'clouds' of citrus orange felt, which is both fused and sewn on for extra strength. Backed with a soft white cotton.

Flap closure.

Fits a 16" x 16" insert (40cm x 40cm)

*Listing is for the pillow cover only. If you wish to buy an insert, I can add a polyester-fill or down insert for an additional $10. Please contact for revised shipping cost.

Pillow Cover in Lemony Stripe

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 19:43:07 -0400

$35.00
Such cheerful colors! Made from a lemon yellow and white, striped cotton blend and topped with a bright applique cut from a vintage pillowcase, this cover is ready for warm weather! It can be used anywhere, but it seems perfect for a nursery or child's room. Backed with a thick citrus orange cotton. Flap closure.

18" x 18"/ 45cm x 45cm

This listing is for the pillow cover only. If you wish to buy an insert, I can add a plush feather insert for an additional $10.Please contact for revised shipping cost.

Pillow Cover in Chambray Blue Tumble

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 18:12:39 -0400

$35.00
This cozy pillow cover is constructed with a soft cotton front that I like to think of as a classic chambray blue, complete with an original, hand-screenprinted design of black, stylized leaves and flowers. The back is a fun, striped vintage fabric in light blue, navy and a goldish yellow- this poly blend was cut right off of a bolt saved from an old textile mill! Flap closure.

Fits an 18" x 18" insert/ 45cm x 45cm

*This listing is for the pillow cover only. If you wish to buy an insert, I can add a plush feather insert for an additional $10. Please contact for revised shipping cost.

Pillow Cover in Swirls and Dots

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 21:12:52 -0400

$30.00
A neutral decor gets a big boost with this cover created from upcycled and vintage fabrics. Vintage stripes of beige and white polka dots and a psychedelic print in avocado and teal pop next to rich, textured pieces in chocolate brown. Backed with a satiny deep brown. Flap closure.

Fits a 16" x 16" insert (40cm x 40cm)

*Listing is for the pillow cover only. If you wish to buy an insert, I can add a polyester-fill or down insert for an additional $10. Please contact for revised shipping cost.

Belted In Pillow Cover

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 20:52:00 -0400

$35.00
This cover is the happy result of the discovery of long-forgotten vintage belt buckles hidden beneath some spare ribbon and fabric. Beginning with a sunny, soft yellow and white cotton blend, the addition of three harmonious grosgrain ribbons 'belted' with buckles create a unique blend that brightens up the gloomiest day. Backed with same striped fabric. Flap closure.

16" x 16"/ 40cm x 40cm

This listing is for the pillow cover only. If you wish to buy an insert, I can add one with polyester-fill for an additional $10.Please contact for revised shipping cost.

Pillow Cover in Swirling Leaves

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 12:30:06 -0400

$30.00
This beautiful pillow cover is an easy way to introduce rich color into your home decor! Soft , nubby cotton-poly fabric in a saturated peony-pink sets a dramatic background for a swirl of bold, appliqued leaves in black and charcoal gray felt.

Fits a 16" x 16" insert (40cm x 40cm)

*Listing is for the pillow cover only. If you wish to buy an insert, I can add a polyester-fill or down insert for an additional $10. Please contact for revised shipping cost.

Shocking Pink Kimono Pillow Cover

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 19:40:48 -0400

$35.00
Truly luxe, this incredible pillow cover is made with a shimmering vintage silk piece that was once part of a kimono. The silk is a gorgeous, Schiaparelli-esque shocking pink with mod orange and pink flowers scattered about. A slash of citrus orange cotton compliments the silk's colors beautifully. Backed with the same citrus orange cotton. Flap closure.

18" x 18"/ 45cm x 45cm

This listing is for the pillow cover only. If you wish to buy an insert, I can add a plush feather insert for an additional $10. Please contact for revised shipping cost.

SALE- Classic Red Damask Embroidered Artwork

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 21:06:22 -0500

$20.00
Add a little bit of elegance with this deep red damask fabric embellished with metallic copper and gold/tan-colored embroidery. In a softly lit room, the metallic thread combined with the soft sheen of the damask creates beautiful textural interest.

8" x 10"/20cm x 25cm. Mounted on wooden stretchers & edged with tan grosgrain ribbon, this work is ready to hang!