Have I said how much I like our patio? (I really like our patio.) Now that I have improved the view a bit, the patio is more and more like an extra room for us. A comfy place to take a load off on the cushy chairs or couch. But don’t look at the cushions. They’re ugly.
Ok, look at the cushions. Two square, two rectangular:
Ugly, right? Well, if not ugly, boring maybe. Time for a little improvement.
I found this lovely tomato red fabric at Fabricland, and because of a sale and a flaw along the selvage, I got it for a steal. Enough for four pillows and a runner for under $10.
I didn’t want to mess with piping, but I wanted the pillows to be a bit tailored so I experimented with an alternative.
It was satisfying to spend some time reacquainting myself with my Bernina.
I’ll admit, I had no idea what the piping would turn out like. Looks like a little envelope corner.
These pillows sewed up quickly and they sure look cheery on the patio.
I made the cases removable because we slop drinks and such in this family. 
I think I want to go sit in the sun and lean on this pillow.
The rectangular pillows are just about done. Little surprise coming with them.
I love the material, Jan. Now I am curious about the surprise. Waiting for Part II.
Well these are WAY fancier than the ones I did for outside! The removable covers are a MUST at this house. I make them all that way – for inside and out.
Thanks for stopping by today and taking the time to comment!
I actually had to haul all the sewing stuff out again today to make some cushions and pillows for our new fire pit area. I was cursing the lack of a sewing room, yet again. Grumble grumble.
I think your fire pit area is really cool–what a great place to gather your family for a nice summer evening. Looking forward to seeing the results. Your next house (and at your age you can expect a next house) you WILL get a sewing room:) Thanks for the kind comments, Mindy.