Small Bolster Tutorial

Today I made two small bolsters,

they are easy to make and I took a few 

pictures to show you how I made them.

I used satin cotton material and took the 

circumference from a container I thought to be 

the right size.

To get the lines straight, I ironed it in the 

width and in the length.

For this bolster I used an oval shape to put

on top of the material.

First I stitched some lace in the width on the material.

On both sides of the ironed line.

Hid the seam with some trimming and stitched

the oval into place.

Gathered lace around the oval shape.

Added a second layer.... of-course!

we can never have enough..

Then stitched the long sides together while making sure 

the lace and trimming match.

Hemmed the edges.

Ironed it.

I made the insert beforehand,

shorter than the cover.

With the insert in place, I marked where 

it would be tied.

I marked each side equally 

Then on that line I stitched two layers of lace  

Next, to hide the raw edges I stitched on this trim.

Thread a ribbon through and pulled it closed 

on both ends.

This is another bolster than the one with 

an oval top, I will show that one later..

I received this magazine and Rachel's new book

in the post today, didn't have time yet to look through them.

I had to order the magazine because they don't sell this one here.

I loved the corset on the front page, and had to have it.

My name is Angela and I'm a magazine addict!

I just LOVE this dress!

It has so many pretty details on it, it looks antique

but it isn't, it's brand new!

there was only one in the shop

and it fits me! get this.. it cost me 

eleven dirhams...

It made my day...

I hope you have a lovely weekend.

xoxo

Today I will join in with

Show and Tell Friday

Feathered Nest Friday

and Vintage Inspiration