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Saturday, April 7, 2012

Coffee Sack Pillow

I received some burlap coffee sacks and regular burlap bags from BurlapFabric.com. They asked me if I would like some to use to make something fun and of course I said yes!! When I received my box full of bags I couldn't wait to get started.

I decided to turn one of the coffee sacks into a pillow. So I took one of the bags and took it apart.


I ironed it really well (It looks like I need a new iron! I still see wrinkles)

Then cut out two 15" x 15" squares. 

I sewed the pieces together, inserted a pillow form, and slip stitched the open seam. 

I love how one side of the pillow says "Product of" and the other side says "Vietnam". 

Thank you BurlapFabric.com for the bags!! I can't wait to use the rest for other projects! 

If you haven't visited their site you should. They offer the coffee sacks, burlap bags in a variety of sizes, burlap ribbon, jute webbing, twine, cheesecloth, etc. Everything is very reasonably priced. I know where I'll be going for my burlap supplies!!

I'm linking to the parties listed HERE and to:


Disclaimer:  I was given free burlap bags but I was not compensated to write this post.  All opinions and recommendations are 100% mine.  If you clicked on the BurlapFabric.com banner on my sidebar, and purchased something, I could receive a small percentage off my own orders.
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35 comments:

  1. THE FARMHOUSE PORCHMarch 26, 2012 at 1:55 PM

    I love it! My affair with burlap is still going strong! haha
    I would love for you to come link this up tonight at the "Cowgirl Up!" linky party. Link up once, appear on 4 blogs!
    ♥Linsey

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  2. Kirstin Joy @ Burlap and ButtonsMarch 26, 2012 at 4:49 PM

    They just sent me some burlap sacks too! I'm lacking the inspiration right now to figure out what I want to do with them... I LOVE this! You make it look so easy. Ok, I gotta come up with a fun project now too. Good job Melissa! Super cute!

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  3. Miele Staubsauger ShopApril 9, 2012 at 2:41 AM

    You have really make the nice use of coffee sacks. You have inspired me too.

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  4. chateau chicApril 9, 2012 at 9:35 AM

    LOVE, Love, Love the pillow you made out of the burlap sack!
    Mary Alice

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  5. Joy@aVintageGreenApril 9, 2012 at 10:40 PM

    Great idea. I am def. going to try it. I have a sack and a pillow form. When I do I will link back to give you a 'thanks'.
    Joy

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  6. Linda@Coastal CharmApril 10, 2012 at 9:22 AM

    So cute...how "cool" that you got them for "FREE"!!!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  7. Decor & HarmonyApril 10, 2012 at 10:00 AM

    Easy, peasy and great :) Stop by for a blog visit I have a paper wreath giveaway going on.

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  8. Kim@todayismysome-dayApril 10, 2012 at 4:17 PM

    I just bought 9 coffee bags off of CL. I'd love to make pillows as cute as these! Saw you over at Diamond in the Stuff :)

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  9. Carrie @ My Favorite FindsApril 10, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    I haven't tried crafting w burlap. Any tips? These look great! Thanks for linking to Handmade Tuesdays.

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  10. Simply TasheenaApril 10, 2012 at 6:03 PM

    Love this pillow! I would also love for you to link up to my Linky Party via: http://ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com/2012/04/show-me-what-you-got-linky-party-9.html

    Mrs. Delightful
    www.ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com

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  11. PriorApril 10, 2012 at 9:21 PM

    Great job!
    Love the green stripe, I have been making pillows over at my blog, too!
    Lezlee

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  12. Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon DesignsApril 10, 2012 at 9:40 PM

    Love the pillow! I just stumbled across their site a few weeks ago and am in love! I can't wait to place an order! Hope you are well!

    Take care,

    Trish

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  13. Yvonne @ StoneGableApril 10, 2012 at 10:10 PM

    Pillow love.... this is such a chic pillow! Great transformation!
    Yvonne

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  14. Heaven's WalkApril 10, 2012 at 10:24 PM

    Sweet! I love this! :) Thanks for the burlap link, too!

    xoox laurie

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  15. Robin JohnsonApril 10, 2012 at 11:32 PM

    Nothing like a little burlap to add texture. I love your new pillow.

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  16. GailApril 11, 2012 at 11:46 AM

    Your burlap pillow looks great! Thanks for the burlap link! I'll have to check it out.

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  17. LauraApril 11, 2012 at 2:25 PM

    love the pillows! thanks for the link. can"t wait to see what else you're going to make w/them!

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  18. An Oasis in the DesertApril 11, 2012 at 10:46 PM

    How great is that -- FREE! I love the look, but burlap really makes me sneeze....lol!
    CAS

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  19. UnknownApril 12, 2012 at 9:49 AM

    This pillow is great! I would love if you would share this and any other posts at Showcase Your Talent Thursday http://whatscookinglove.blogspot.com/2012/04/showcase-your-talent-thursday-2.html. Thanks and I hope to see you there!

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  20. BabsApril 12, 2012 at 9:48 PM

    Your pillow looks great and what a fun way to recycle the coffee bags.
    Babs

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  21. StaceyApril 12, 2012 at 10:28 PM

    Love the pillows...very pretty!
    I would love for you to come link up at my Creative Inspirations party happening NOW! I would love to have you there!
    Stacey of Embracing Change
    http://staceyembracingchange.blogspot.com

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  22. LoriApril 12, 2012 at 10:59 PM

    I want this pillow!!! I am on the hunt for an old coffee sack so I can copy. So glad I found your blog. I'm gonna follow along and I hope you come and visit soon. Lori

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  23. Lauryn AshliApril 13, 2012 at 2:03 AM

    so cute! i would LOVE for you to link this post or any other posts you want to my weekend link party http://lovenotesbylauryn.blogspot.com/2012/04/spread-love-link-party-6.html it opens at midnight tonight, hope to see you there!
    {love} lauryn @ lovenotesbylauryn.blogspot.com

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  24. UnknownApril 13, 2012 at 7:54 AM

    What a lucky duck you are! So jealous of your score on those burlap bags! Your pillow is fantastic. Thanks for linking up with tip toe thru tuesday!
    Kim

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  25. The Bold AbodeApril 13, 2012 at 8:28 AM

    That is an awesome score, Melissa!!! Love it, girl!

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  26. kimApril 15, 2012 at 12:28 AM

    Lucky Girl! Thanks for linking up this fab pillow and for the link to buy my own...I had no idea where to score such a thing and they are cheap too!
    xxx Kim

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  27. Christina at I Gotta Create!April 15, 2012 at 10:04 AM

    A gal can never get enough burlap!! Thanks so much for sharing at The Mother Lode linky party over at I Gotta Create!
    <3 Christina
    http://igottacreate.blogspot.com

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  28. Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon DesignsApril 15, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    Featuring this today on our facebook page!! :)

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  29. OnnaApril 15, 2012 at 9:36 PM

    This would look so cute in my parents country kitchen! Thanks for sharing! :]

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  30. Maureen HayesApril 16, 2012 at 6:30 AM

    Adorable and super easy, my favorite kind of craft! I already have a burlap bag, now I know what I am doing with it! Thanks for the idea. I found you through A Diamond in the Stuff and am am now following. Keep up the great work!

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  31. UnknownApril 17, 2012 at 1:13 PM

    I must get on over to that site and purchase some!

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  32. UnknownApril 17, 2012 at 1:27 PM

    AND....I totally just ordered 4 of them :) Thanks for sharing!

    xoxoxox
    Jessica

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  33. Six SistersApril 18, 2012 at 11:36 PM

    This is so cute! We are so glad that you linked up to our “Strut Your Stuff Saturday.” We hope you’ll be back soon! -The Sisters

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  34. MarilynApril 20, 2012 at 12:10 PM

    This is sooo creative and pretty.. It'll make an awesome mother's day gift.. I would LOVE if you could please share it via my mother's day "gifts, tips and idea's" linky open today.. THANKS so much.. LOVELY idea.. Happy weekend ahead.. ~Marilyn http://www.theartsygirlconnection.com/2012/04/celebrating-motherhood-gifts-tips-fun.html#comments

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  35. ErinApril 20, 2012 at 9:54 PM

    Great pillow--that aqua stripe sets off the burlap so nicely! Thanks for sharing the Web site--their price on jute webbing is awesome and it comes in so many colors and I can't believe the coffee sacks are just $1.49 each. What a deal!

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