help/suggestions
#1
help/suggestions
well I'm finally getting around to posting this without tears in my eyes this past febuary I had to put my beloved cat down he was with me for 14 wounderful years I miss him so much,so now I want to make a pillow using these fabrics and his picture in the center the picture I ordered from spoonflower and is good quaility looks much better then my picture of it,and was only $5.00 plus $1.00 shipping for a swatch about 8x8,but have no clue what to do any suggestions would be very helpful I am open to anything and pretty sure I can make any block at this point I was thinking strip piecing four/nine patches please help thanks should I use others colors maybe I have too much grays I'm so stumped right now thanks everyone
#2
I just found a pic of a cat that I had enlarged in black and white. I will try to use that and do applique (fused). your colors of fabrics look good. that's a lovely photo. I happened to purchase a pillow with Puss N Boots face on it about a month or two before we lost our Loki. he was 17 years old and orange tabby. The pic on the pillow looks very much like him. Good luck (())
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I know of your pain. It's been 2 yrs since we lost our beloved Poppy, and I still tear up thinking about him--almost every day. But I would advise you to first go to your local animal shelter and adopt another kitty--preferably an older one because they are so often rejected for a cute little kitten. Give your home and love and see it returned ten-fold. You will still miss your sweet pet, but the pain will be eased by the care you will lavish on a new buddy. This is what we did, and we've not regretted for a moment. You can work on your pillow and love a new kitty at the same time. Hugs to you.
#7
I am so sorry. Your design really depends on how large you want the pillow to be. Or you might consider a wall hanging instead of a pillow, since it would get less wear and could be hung in any room. You might add some greys that are a little lighter, and maybe a touch of red (not much) to give it some spark. I hope you will show it when it's finished, such a nice tribute.
#10
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I'm so sorry, I understand your sorrow. He is a handsome boy. Your fabrics are beautiful and will give you an elegant monochromatic look if that is what you desire. The French Braid is a great suggestion to frame his picture. For many adopting an animal in need honors a beloved pet, not to replace, but does comfort.
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