In this Segment
Learn how to make a personalized designer pillow using photographs or prints, transfer paper and fabric. Heather Shaw, a textile designer and owner of pi’lo, demonstrates how it’s done.
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Materials/Equipment:
inspiration image
scissors
iron
cotton fabric
transfer paper
organza (silk)
embroidery thread
needle
felt
heftier fabric for pillow front (upholstery weight fabric or linen)
sewing machine
thread
two pieces of linen (for the backing)
Heather Shaw is a textile designer and owner of pi’lo, a small Toronto based business that makes simple heirloom accessories for the home
Site: www.pilo.ca
Blog: www.pilo.typepad.com
Shop: www.etsy.com/shop/pilosale
