Project

Monogram Velvet Pillow

Velvet fabric and a web of contrasting metallic embroidery floss give this pillow a luxurious look.

Source

Martha Stewart Living, September 2011

Materials

Dark-colored velvet pillowcase
White transfer paper
Embroidery hoop and needle
Metallic embroidery floss
Monogram templates

Steps

Step 1 of 4

Download the PDF; print the initial you'd like to use, enlarging as needed

Monogram Templates
Step 2 of 4

Place transfer paper face down on pillowcase. Place letter right side up on transfer paper. Trace letter with a pencil to transfer outline.
Step 3 of 4

Center letter in embroidery hoop. Stitch in space around letter, zigzagging to create dense diagonal stitches.
Step 4 of 4

Sew a running stitch along outline of letter to finish.

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Reviews (1)

mimiapplebaum

14 Sep, 2011
Wait...what? Where are the directions? I think a little more is needed especially for novice sewers. Pretty empty craft post, MSO.

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