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Do You Have Patterned Pillowcases?

CasaSugar — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 14:00:45 -0700

Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Zooey Deschanel's characters in (500) Days of Summer found their patterned pillowcases to be quite smoochworthy, as you can see. Me? I've always been a white linen kind of gal. How about you?

Still courtesy of Fox Searchlight

Love It or Hate It? Love Pillowcase Set

CasaSugar — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 08:17:42 -0800

Although Love Shack month is officially over, I still have to ask if you love to love this Urban Outfitters Love Pillowcase Set ($24). To me, it looks like a bad photocopy that is bleeding, which is far from romantic. I'd hate to skew your response, but I wouldn't choose to lay my head on it, let alone bring it near my house.

Do You Have Embroidered Pillowcases?

CasaSugar — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 07:00:53 -0700

My mom recently gave me these embroidered pillowcases. I have a special place in my heart for embroidered pillowcases, since my mother and aunties are great embroiderers. Do you have embroidered pillowcases in your home?

Casa Shops: John Robshaw Online

CasaSugar — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 10:36:57 -0800

John Robshaw, who uses traditional printing, dying and weaving techniques to create his beautiful textiles, just opened an online storefront. I've seen his wonderful rouge floral quilts everywhere lately, including on Design*Sponge's bed. His e-commerce site sells bedding, duvets, shams, quilts, throws, pillows, pillowcases, sheets, tablecloths, crib sets, and even clothing. The inventory is still in its pre-order phase now, but most items are expected to ship by next week. I personally would love to have one of his patterned throw pillows for my solid-colored sofa. Wish list!

Link Time!

CasaSugar — Tue, 26 May 2009 13:00:03 -0700

Make these stenciled pillowcases.- AT:LA
Do you live in the Western United States? Enter Sunset's Western Home Awards.- Sunset
Check out a behind-the-scenes look at the set design of Easy Virtue.- The Magazine Antiques
Find an accent rug that won't break the bank.- PointClickHome
I can't help but love this bicycle handle planter.- Craft
What's the best hostess gift you've ever received? - Shelterrific
Got old jeans? Recycle your denim.- Daily Danny

Ask Casa: Find These Kill Bill Pillows?

CasaSugar — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 10:00:10 -0700

Hi Casa,
I've looked everywhere online for embroidered pillows like these from Kill Bill Vol. 2. Any ideas other than a Spring break trip to Mexico?

Thanks!
Oliveye

To see my suggestions, read more.

Hi Oliveye,

Those pillows look like crewel pillows. Crewel is a type of free embroidery that uses thick thread, usually wool, to embroider imagery on a fabric surface. Crewel work began in England, and spread to Kashmir and India shortly thereafter. The pillows from Kill Bill Vol. 2 look like they're embroidered pillowcases, and I had virtually no luck finding any pillowcases as gorgeous as those pictured. So, I thought I'd show you the next best alternative: throw pillows that can be used on your bed, alongside more traditional pillows.

The Mantadia Pillow ($128) has similar colors and florals as your pillows, but includes some avian life as well. It's a bit expensive, but definitely lovely.

A more economical alternative is the Crate and Barrel Natasha Pillow ($36.95). It uses rayon thread instead of wool, and is embroidered on a sturdy cotton pillow.

Another alternative is to try your hand at embroidering something similar. You can use embroidery markers and thread to trace a similar design, and then get to work re-creating the design to your specifications. Or, you could try an embroidery kit, such as Sublime Stitching Flower Power Kit.

I also rounded up some other embroidered pillows, to see if any struck your fancy. Good luck in your search!

Cheers,
Casa

Rickrack Embroidered Floral Toss Pillows - $19.99	Floral Embroidered Pillow - $99.00
Koko - Dusk 20 x 20 Embroidered Pillow - $234.00	Hand-Embroidered Rabbit Pillow - $119.00
Koko - Pollen 18x18 Flower Embroidered Pillow - $74.00	Floral Embroidered Toss Pillows - $24.99
Jonathan Adler -bargello pillows by jonathan adler - $95.00	Nerissa Pillow - $19.95

Link Time!

CasaSugar — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:00:34 -0700

Prepare to be impressed by an incredible 48-hour porch makeover.- Making It Lovely
Sew a pillowcase.- Craft
What lurks behind these cabinets? - Charles and Hudson
Check out two unusual uses for cinnamon.- AT:SF
Room & Board features recycled plastic outdoor furniture.- Re-Nest
Fall in love with this Parisian apartment.- The Style Files

Love It or Hate It? Underwear Set Wall Decal

CasaSugar — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 11:00:42 -0700

This Red Velvet Art Underwear Set Wall Decal ($30) kind of cracks me up; it's pretty adorable. But I can't say I'd actually want to give it such a prominent place in my home (plus I'm sort of over wall decals). Perhaps the design would be better on pillowcases like these, or just on a little print. What do you think?

Calvin Klein and Artist Jonathan Horowitz Make Pillow Talk

CasaSugar — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 06:15:57 -0700

The folks over at Calvin Klein Collection’s Madison Avenue flagship store have been telling some bedtime stories - in the shop's window. CK has teamed up with artist Jonathan Horowitz to turn out "Pillow Talk Cases," white pillowcases silk-screened with the names of our president and first lady, and some notable pop culture pairs like Sam and Lindsay, John and Yoko, and Bert and Ernie. Proceeds from the sale of the cases will go to the Art Production Fund, and the limited edition cases can be purchased in-store, at the P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center (where Horowitz's work is currently on display), or online at the Fund's website.
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Link Time!

CasaSugar — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 13:00:00 -0800

Make moss art.- AT:SF
Figure out the steps for starting an Etsy business.- Craft
One government agency goes green to save money.- Forecast Earth
Make your next move a green one.- Shelterrific
This Parisian home is covered in green.- Inhabitat
I adore these knit pomegranate lights.- PoppyTalk
Discover 10 alternate uses for pillowcases.- Re-Nest
Check out these repurposed cups and saucers.- Danny Seo

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