Mod Mosaic Floor Pillow

 
I've been playing around with this technique for a while and decided to write it up as a simple pillow project.  The fabric scraps on this pillow front are improvisationally-pieced with narrow solid sashing between each -- sort of like little bits of mosaic tile surrounded by grout.

The tutorial is for a 24" x 24" floor pillow, but the piecing technique could easily be used to make a pillow of a different size, or even a whole quilt.

Download Mod Mosaic Floor Pillow

My pillow is finished with a very simple envelope-style closure.  I finished the edges of the envelope flaps with double-fold binding for a polished look.  The pillow back is made with Quilter's Linen in Leaf.

 
For the fabrics on the front of the pillow, I put together this set of 12 fat quarters in citrus colors and gray.  (I especially love that Alexander Henry Thea!)  12 fat quarter is enough to make several pillows, or even a small quilt using the same improvisational mosaic piecing technique.

Fabricworm is offering one of these fat quarter sets to a lucky commenter.  Use it to make your very own Mos Mosaic, or possibly for a Mixtape, Picture Day, or Rec Center quilt.  To enter, simply leave a comment before noon tomorrow telling me what kind of projects you're looking forward to sewing this Fall. 

 
I can't get enough of these colors!

Comments

[Mary Ann]

This is so beautiful! I am looking forward to making my mom a quilt and also working on some bags.

[Linda]

Gorgeous! Love those colors...you continue to amaze me with your creativity! Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge with all of us. It is much appreciated : )

[Sarah M]

Great pillow! My fall project list includes quilts, a wrap top, a fleece jacket, and a bean bag chair. Might have to change that last one to a floor pillow now.

[Jess]

I love this pillow!
I am in the middle of back-to-school sewing for my kids, I just finished a lunchbox last night in the nick of time.
If I won that fantastic bundle, I would definitely try out your pattern for the pillow! One can't have enough pillows.

[~Michelle~]

Once again, your choice of fabrics is lovely! Super fun pillow! :)

[Christiane]

What a beutiful colour combination. I never liked yellow, but coming along with grey... I think there is a future for this combination.

[Lauren]

Oh, I love the colors. I just found your site and I'm really hoping to make your 12+2=Q quilt next. It caught my eye. Thanks for sharing, I love your site!

[KristenA]

Elizabeth: My checkbook runs screaming from the room every time you post a new fat quarter set with Fabricworm. You have such great color sense! Anyway, this fall I need to finish my New Wave Quilt and a few Mixtape quilts and my IKEA sheet quilt...all with Fabricworm bundles.

[Jacquie]

I"m looking forward to doing some holiday related goodies...

Love these colors! :)

[Alana]

Thank-you for posting this technique! I have been looking for some pillow ideas, and love this look!

[Valerie]

Such pretty fabrics!!

I'm looking forward to Christmas projects, simple table runners, a new tree skirt, bring on the hot cocoa weather!

[Ruth]

This fall I'm planning to make a kitchen set (dish towels, ovens pads, placemats & napkins, etc.) This would be such cute fabric for that!

[Dianne]

I want to win this one just for the grey fabrics! None of my LQS have hardly any greys...so this would be a treat!

[Susan C.]

I am loving grays and yellows together - this set of FQs is gorgeous! I'm working on my very first lap-size quilt this fall, and can't wait to snuggle under it this winter.

[Jayne]

I am fascinated by the Tokyo subway map knit a long, but have not sufficiently reacquainted myself with my sewing machine to brave it. In the meanwhile, my stash continues to grow with great enthusiasm and hopefulness. I am a newcomer to your site and love the explanations and tutorials. It's a great blog - thanks for sharing!

[MeganAnne]

I've got fabric waiting for me to make into a new slip cover for a chair. And some to make into seat cushions for our dining room chairs. I've got a guitar strap to make and a lunch/work bag too. Gosh, the list is long.

Can't wait to take a more detailed look at the technique you've shown here. Might make it into a new couch pillow that's also on the long list of things to sew.

[Tina @ Squirrel Acorns]

That's great! I love the little strips of sashing. I've been wanting to try the improvisational piecing but haven't taken the time. Maybe a pillow would be just the ticket!

[marianne]

I am in love with this color combination!

I'm looking forward to sewing some cute pouches and more shopping bags this fall.

thanks for this giveaway!

[Pearl]

I will be sewing holiday gifts for friends and family. This mosaic pillow would be a great gift!

[Kristy V]

love this pillow! I'm mostly looking forward to some great christmas projects I have planned, and maybe even starting on my toddler's big bed quilt!

[Tiffany]

Awesome pillow! I'm looking forward to making a mini quilt for my new niece/nephew scheduled to arrive later this month!!

[Kelly B.]

Christmas gifts, lots and lots of them! Now that I'm sewing I may never buy a gift again!

[Tracey]

Love this idea! I"m really looking forward to sewing things for our house this fall. Since we just moved this summer, there will be lots of fall/holiday pillows and table runners and decor items to keep me busy!

Not to mention our living room needs a new quilt to match!

[Karen]

i love that pillow! I'm looking forward to making Christmas gifts. Mini quilts, table runners and tote bags.

[Anita]

I'm making a quilt for my husband using the Victory Garden pattern for my husband and various other little things. Another cute project!