Saturday, January 15, 2011

Faux Grain Sack Pillows & Runner

This is what I was up to over the weekend... making this ...

and this.

(see that Tiffany blue box, I won a fabulous giveaway I'll share soon)

I have been debating whether to buy some authentic grain sacks to make some pillows and a table runner. I even had some grain sacks in an online shopping cart, and kept going back to look at them, but just couldn't get myself to click on the "buy" button.

I finally just decided to use what I already have and make my own (and save about $100 as a result!)


No one would even know they're not the real thing, right, well except now you do.

I made 3 pillows and 1 runner for about $10. (I'll show you the 3rd pillow soon!)


(dang wrinkles, I swear I tried)
I used leftover dropcloth material and basically just taped off varying stripes, eyeballing as I went. Then I brushed on some red acrylic paint and pulled the tape off.

I'm loving my new pillows and table runner, they give my home a fun french farmhouse feel.

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38 comments:

  1. www.MaisonStGermain.comJanuary 24, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    They came out great! I have done that too:) Just love the look.
    ~Debra xxx
    Capers of the vintage vixens

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  2. TerryJanuary 24, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    Great look and so chic.

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  3. Blondie's JournalJanuary 24, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    You did a fabulous job! I think they look as good if not better than grain sack. I made a runner out of drop cloth and I love it {the wrinkles never came out!}. And you can't beat the price. They are really nice!

    XO,
    Jane

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  4. vintage vineJanuary 24, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    Great job...saving money is always fun...Thanks for sharing!

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  5. JennyJanuary 24, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    Where did you get your drop cloth? I got one that had plastic on the back and didn't realize until it was out of the package!

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  6. TracyJanuary 24, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    Nice job! I'm going to be trying to make some of these also, you make it sound easy!

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  7. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereJanuary 24, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    I love these too! Now if I could only sew.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  8. michelleJanuary 24, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    They came out so cute!! I love drop cloth and if I could only sew!!

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  9. wendyJanuary 24, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    So cute and to think you saved that much money. Bri must be happy!

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  10. HeatherJanuary 24, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    These look great! :) I've never sewn with drop cloths, but I love the look. Do you have to prewash them?

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  11. MicheleJanuary 25, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    Thanks everyone! I bought the drop cloths at Sherwin Williams--They come in a 2 pack and are very large, and $20 a pack--I only used part of 1. I did prewash them because they will shrink.

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  12. MelodyJanuary 25, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    Oh I know, flour sacks made into pillows or burlap made into pillows is so expensive at the antique malls, so I'm making these myself too at Mel's Cabin.

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  13. Sarah @ Cozy.Cottage.Cute.January 25, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    I think I'm getting the itch to make some pillows now...... yours turned out so nice!!! :)

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  14. House On Beach StreetJanuary 25, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    Great job. You have such a cute blog, wonderful name. I'm glad I found you.

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  15. MarnieJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    They look great! You are very creative. I like the crinkles in the fabric too.

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  16. Miss Sew & SoJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:40 AM

    visiting from sarah @ a beach cottage...these are just gorgeous!

    thanks for sharing!

    melissa x

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  17. MarieJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Omigosh...I love it!!! I know what you mean about these pillow covers so expensive. But I so love your version so much better. Thanks for sharing how you did it.
    -marie

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  18. DeanneJanuary 26, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    Great job, I might have to make something similar for my new lounges!

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  19. stefanieJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    oh, they are perfect!!!!

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  20. A Cottage MuseJanuary 26, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    The pillows are just great! I have one of those sweet little fold up chairs too!

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  21. Michelle @ShellsshabbyshackJanuary 26, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    I think drop cloths are now my favorite material to work with (outside of ironing). Your pillows and runner are Yummy! Nice work!

    ~Michelle :)

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  22. Amy@HomeRemediesRXJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    These look great...just like the real deal, only better (cuz they were less expensive!)Nice job!

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  23. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJanuary 26, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    Wow~ I just love them- I reeeeaaaallly need to go get some darn drop cloths and make some grain sacks!! I am loving them! Thanks for sharing! :)

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  24. EllenJanuary 27, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    This turned out great! I've thought and thought and thought of doing this, now, you've convinced me to do so! Thanks for sharing. Love it!

    xoxo,
    Ellen

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  25. Herman Grans ♥January 28, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    They look great! :)
    Greetings from Norway :)

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  26. AndreaJanuary 28, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    Great idea to use the drop cloth! Love those pillows!

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  27. MegJanuary 28, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Way to save some $$$! I love them! I'm trying to work up the guts to do this with some canvas...don't know why I'm hesitating! These look great. I love your turquoise bench, too!
    I hope you can join my link party going on today. Each entry means your eligible for $130 to CSN Stores.com! alittleknickknack.blogspot.com
    Have a great day!

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  28. LynnJanuary 28, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Wow! What a clever idea. They look great and so authentic. You'd never know ... unless you told us! But thanks for sharing and for inspiring your readers. I'm your linky neighbor at Common Ground ... glad to "meet" you!
    Lynn at Cottage and Creek

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  29. My Blessed Serendipity LifeJanuary 28, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Looks like the real thing! Nice projects, thanks for sharing.

    -Danielle

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  30. High Street CottageJanuary 29, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    Hi Michelle, I'm stopping over as I saw your incredible pillow over at Funky Junk Interiors, and it sure caught my eye! How gorgeous! You really did a great job, and you know what? What I love is that trends come and go, and often there is no need to over spend on something, you did great and such a huge savings. Can't wait to see your other pillow, I am following now, xoxo tami

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  31. Heaven's Walk -January 29, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Michele - my heart skipped a beat when I saw "grain sack pillow" at Donna's SNS. LOL! I am a total grain sack addict - and just adore your faux ones! They look just beautiful! You have inspired me to give it a try.....after I find someone to sew some pillow slips for me..... lol!

    xoxo laurie

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  32. SherryJanuary 30, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Don't you justs love those drop cloths. I love what you did to make those beautiful pillows and runners. Thanks for sharing the inspiration.

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  33. JuliaJanuary 30, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    I just love drop cloths too...the more you wash them, the softer they feel. I think the nubby texture and wrinkles are wonderful! Your pillows and runner turned out lovely!

    ~Julia

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  34. tickled.January 30, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Just found your blog from a Tatertots & Jello feature! And SO glad that I did! I love it!

    Your dropcloth pillows & runner are TOO cute! Now I want some ... Maybe a project for next weekend?! :)

    ~Lauren
    www.tickledonline.blogspot.com

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  35. Jennifer~My Vintage BlissJanuary 30, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    I am so glad you put this out there on the Finding Fabulous link party! I have been wanting grain sacks for projects but can't bring myself to spend that kind of money. this is a great idea ~ Thank you!!!

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  36. Debra@Common GroundJanuary 30, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    WOW!!! Great job! love these, I've been wanting to try this, now I know I do. Thanks so much for linking up your inspiration with VIF!
    hugs,
    Debra

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  37. ElizabethJanuary 31, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    These are fantastic! So simple and practical! Love them! Great job! Would love for you to come and visit me at Sew Chatty and link up to Made With Love Monday! http://sewchatty.blogspot.com

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  38. Miss Mustard SeedFebruary 5, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    They looked so good! I love how simple, yet pretty this technique is.

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