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This is the era of instant decorating, of HGTV and
other home shows where designers are challenged to very
quickly transform homes from boring to trendy and exciting.
We are always so impressed by the end results and by the use
of imagination and skill. It all seems so “instant” and effortless.
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Store-bought pillow decorated
with crocheted applique
See Heirloom eBooklet
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Another pillow decorated
with crocheted applique
from Heirloom eBooklet
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We too can accomplish similar results - by finding ways
to use our craft skills and focus on quicker, smaller
projects rather than large ones, at least for a while.
For instance, those of us who crochet can add instant
charm to our homes. One way is to decorate store-bought
pillows with crocheted “appliqués”, panels, and edgings.
Mass merchandisers stock ready-made pillows in many colors
and textures. As for yarns, any texture is acceptable,
so long as it complements the pillows and the look of the sofa.
For instance, if selecting velveteen or chenille pillows,
find a textured yarn.
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You can select any granny square pattern on this web site and
crochet, for instance, 9 motifs of the same pattern, sew them
together into one large square and then onto the ready-made pillow.
Some patterns that would be ideal are as follows:
Granny and Beyond, with 6 granny
patterns to choose from, or
Medley of Grannies,
containing 15 DIFFERENT MOTIF PATTERNS TO CROCHET!
The ideas shown on this page involve the classic look of crocheted
Victorian lace, and use thin cotton thread and a fine crochet hook.
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Those crocheters looking for a bigger challenge can make the
3 doily pillows shown on the right. These crocheted pieces can
be sewn onto any
store-bought pillows. To get a more eclectic look, select pillows
that have NO ruffles, just a thick corded edging, and do the
crochet pieces in yarn color that is ecru or tan rather than
white.
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To obtain fully illustrated crochet
patterns for the Three Doily Pillows above,
see the Three Doily Pillows page.
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Besides pillows, there are many other decorative items to crochet.
For instance, a doily or a runner along a table top is a great way
to impart that old-world Victorian look to your home.
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You can find the designs shown above and below in the
HEIRLOOM CROCHET eBooklet
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Strips of crocheted motifs can be constructed and then sewn onto
drapery valances and even made into cafe curtains. There are also
edgings that can be easily crocheted and sewn onto ready-made
home accessories. Here are some interesting and inspiring
crochet stitch, and completed crochet project "visuals".
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Making crochet accessories for the home is very rewarding and easy
to do. You can create whatever "mood" in your home decorating
scheme that you desire by choosing the correct crochet
pattern and the appropriate yarn, and of course, the complementary ready-made
home accessory to trim.
This web site can help you create these accessories by offering
FULLY ILLUSTRATED crochet patterns that are very easy to follow
and written in plain English. There is material for every level of
crochet expertise here.
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THE PATTERNS ON THIS SITE MOST APPROPRIATE FOR HOME DECORATING ARE:
Three DoilyPillows
Heirloom Crochet Patterns
A Medley of 15 Grannies
See the special $9.99 offer for 140 pages
of illustrated crochet reference patterns
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Go back to site's Home Page
See collection of fully illustrated crochet patterns
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