Feb6

Heart to Heart

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Pillows A-La-Mode

Welcome to the Collectively Creative Lovey-Dovey edition, hosted by Kelly of Cobwebs, Cupcakes & Crayons! My project this month is felt conversation heart mini-pillows. They were so much fun to make! Here’s how:

(1) Buy a bag of candy conversation hearts for . . . um . . . er . . . research. 🙂

(2) Create a pattern with a free-hand drawing or googling a heart template—or do like I did and use a heart-shaped cookie cutter.

(3) Trace around your pattern on two pieces each of white and various pastel felt.

(4) Lightly pencil a candy saying on a heart of each color, then embroider all the sayings in red.

(5) Put the hearts of the same color back to back and attach the edges with a blanket stitch using a coordinating color of embroidery floss. Stop a couple of inches before you’re done to add a bit of fiberfill stuffing, then close them up.

(6) Use your hearts for valentines, brooches, magnets, hair accessories, sachets, mobiles, or gift-wrap, wreath, or pillow a-la-mode; display them in a pretty bowl or shadow box; or . . . make GARLAND! I added in some of my red-sweater hearts as well for the perfect Valentine mantel decor.

Before you get started on YOUR mini-pillow hearts, be sure to visit all the amazing Lovey-Dovey blog posts below. Enjoy! ♥

I Love You More Than… – (Cobwebs, Cupcakes & Crayons)
Top Ten Romantic Movies of All Time – (The Thinking Closet)
DIY Heart T-Shirt – (NorthStory)
[DIY] 12 Pre-Planned Date Cards – (Inspire and Indulge)
The Love Letters – (Mrs. And The Misc.)
Valentine’s Day Bon Bon’s – (Happy Little Kiwi)
Lovey Dovey School Lunch Ideas – (Time With Thea)
Loving These Products – (Neaten Your Nest)
Kniting Hearts – (Gentle Stitches)
A Little Lovie Magic – (The Thing About Joan)
Sending Hugs – (Cul de Sac)
Give a Fortune of Love– (Green Door Hospitality)
Will You Be My Valentine? – (A Ponytail Kind Of Day)
Love Languages – for adults and kids! – (My Healthy ‘Ohana)

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Kelly (Cobwebs, Cupcakes & Crayons) on February 6, 2013 at 9:09 am said:

I love the garland! So sweet. I agree, there needs to be a lot of “research” before beginning. Thanks so much for contributing such a lovely post to this month’s Collectively Creative! -Kelly

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 9:50 am said:
  
  Thank YOU for hosting and organizing us, Kelly! 🙂
  
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Green Door Hospitality on February 6, 2013 at 9:09 am said:

I love these! So very cute — and anytime you have to get candy for “research” I’m sold! 🙂
Kenley

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 9:51 am said:
  
  Thank you, Kenley! 🙂 And . . . mmm . . . candy conversation hearts . . . 🙂
  
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A Ponytail Kind of Day on February 6, 2013 at 9:16 am said:

Funny thing about your research, I bought some last week and have to rebuy some this week, lol. I love your hearts, what a sweet garland 🙂

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 9:52 am said:
  
  Thank you, Liz! I know . . . those candy hearts are addictive! 🙂
  
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Michelle Dorsey on February 6, 2013 at 9:19 am said:

Adorable!! What a great idea!

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 9:52 am said:
  
  Thank you, Michelle! 🙂
  
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susieddesigns on February 6, 2013 at 9:20 am said:

They are lovely, so cute!

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 9:52 am said:
  
  Thank you, Susie! 🙂
  
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nickygrace on February 6, 2013 at 10:29 am said:

Love the hearts x

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 10:38 am said:
  
  Thank you!!! 🙂
  
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Danielle on February 6, 2013 at 10:55 am said:

I love this garland!!!

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 11:24 am said:
  
  Thank you, Danielle! It’s SO good to have some free time to sew and craft again after such a busy January! 🙂
  
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Cul de Sac on February 6, 2013 at 11:08 am said:

Oh cute!! love your garland! and, er, is there any research material left?

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 11:25 am said:
  
  Mmmmmmaybe! 🙂
  
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  - Cul de Sac on February 6, 2013 at 12:34 pm said:
    
    haha! busted! 🙂
    
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Neaten Your Nest on February 6, 2013 at 11:36 am said:

This is so adorable. The thing I like best is that it’s a cute craft that kids will love but it is also a great adult craft to display in February. Thanks for sharing!

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 11:38 am said:
  
  Thank you, Erin! 🙂
  
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Leah on February 6, 2013 at 12:56 pm said:

These are really cute, Katherine! At least they’ll last longer than the candy hearts. 😉

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 1:32 pm said:
  
  That’s for sure, Leah!!! 🙂
  
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now at home mom on February 6, 2013 at 1:26 pm said:

Pretty garland! it would look perfect in my house too 😉

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 1:34 pm said:
  
  Awww . . . 🙂
  
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happylittlekiwi on February 6, 2013 at 1:26 pm said:

OMG this is adorable!! I will have to give this one a try 🙂

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 1:36 pm said:
  
  Thank you, Carly! 🙂
  
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thethingaboutjoan on February 6, 2013 at 1:58 pm said:

Love the puffy heart garland — that’s so cute and festive! And my family is always down for projects that involve “research”! It’s our favorite thing. Wonderful post.

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 2:58 pm said:
  
  Thank you, Joan! 🙂 It was all fun . . . from research to hanging it on the mantle! 🙂
  
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gentlestitches on February 6, 2013 at 2:40 pm said:

They are great and all ages would “get it”because the lollies have been around for a long time. I rather feel like having one now. Your’s are best because they last longer. I think they would look really good in a row of 4 or 5 as a broach.

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 2:59 pm said:
  
  Thank you! And I think you’re right about conversation hearts being rather universally loved! 🙂
  
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Alex @ northstory on February 6, 2013 at 2:46 pm said:

See, this is the missing ingredient in my hearts. I was looking at stuffing when I should be looking for candy to fill it with. Genius!!!

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 3:00 pm said:
  
  🙂
  
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thethinkingcloset on February 6, 2013 at 3:30 pm said:

These are super cute, Katherine! And any excuse to buy candy for research sounds good to me!

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 3:56 pm said:
  
  Thank you! And I totally agree about the research! 🙂
  
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Winter Owls on February 6, 2013 at 6:22 pm said:

So lovely! I would have to put them high up as my dog Ruby would love to rip the stuffing out of them……..

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 9:50 pm said:
  
  I can just see that! 🙂 Luckily our dog isn’t interested in danglies . . . just a good nap. 🙂
  
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babyjill7...Marilyn Griffin on February 6, 2013 at 7:21 pm said:

just too cute…love the garland…Samples please!

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 9:57 pm said:
  
  Thank you, Marilyn! 🙂
  
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Time With Thea on February 6, 2013 at 8:02 pm said:

So cute. They are so much like the little heart candies with the messages on them. I love the colours too. Super idea! ~Thea

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 9:57 pm said:
  
  Thank you, Thea! I’ve always loved all those little sayings! 🙂
  
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linda on February 6, 2013 at 9:10 pm said:

These are so sweet!

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 6, 2013 at 9:58 pm said:
  
  Thank you, Linda! 🙂
  
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mtetar on February 6, 2013 at 11:01 pm said:

Great garland for a party, or to welcome someone. Mtetar

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 7, 2013 at 7:45 am said:
  
  Thank you, Mtetar! It’s so good to be sewing and crafting again after a month with little free time! 🙂
  
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  - mtetar on February 7, 2013 at 10:05 pm said:
    
    You’re always welcome. Mtetar
    
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Hannah Ackroyd on February 7, 2013 at 2:07 am said:

I love these! They look adorable 🙂

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 7, 2013 at 7:47 am said:
  
  Thank you, Hannah! 🙂
  
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laventanademara on February 7, 2013 at 4:39 am said:

Muy original, me encanta!!!!

http://maraalavista.wordpress.com

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 7, 2013 at 7:48 am said:
  
  Thank you! 🙂
  
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motherhoodisanart on February 7, 2013 at 6:03 am said:

Great idea Katherine! Love it!

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 7, 2013 at 7:49 am said:
  
  Thank you!!! It was so much fun to make, too! 🙂
  
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Rene on February 7, 2013 at 12:25 pm said:

So cute! What a fun idea.

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 7, 2013 at 12:59 pm said:
  
  Thank you, Rene! 🙂
  
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Rhonda Sittig on February 7, 2013 at 9:43 pm said:

Love those little “candy” hearts– nostalgic fun!

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 7, 2013 at 9:48 pm said:
  
  Thank you, Rhonda! 🙂
  
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myhealthyohana on February 8, 2013 at 3:20 pm said:

These are so cute, you always have the greatest ideas 🙂 My 3 year old would love these!

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 8, 2013 at 3:36 pm said:
  
  That’s so sweet . . . thank you! And I agree that ALL ages love conversation hearts! 🙂
  
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sugarshellandbutterknife on February 10, 2013 at 11:13 am said:

I really love this idea! It’s super, super cute. If I start on one now, I’ll have it ready for Valentine’s Day 2014, ha ha!

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 10, 2013 at 12:45 pm said:
  
  Good idea! 🙂 I think I need to start working a year ahead on my holidays, too! 🙂
  
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poppytump on February 10, 2013 at 2:14 pm said:

That looks so jolly and fun Kathryn !

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 10, 2013 at 2:24 pm said:
  
  Thank you, my dear! 🙂
  
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Joyful Mama Designs on February 11, 2013 at 8:02 am said:

I actually have a huge pile of felt and fabric just waiting to be cut to make some hearts for my preschool class! Thanks for the reminder!!! I’m running out of time 🙂

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 11, 2013 at 8:13 am said:
  
  You’re welcome! And good luck finding time for your project this week! 🙂
  
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sedrate on February 11, 2013 at 11:44 am said:

I thought of making felt heart Valentines this year for school but in the end went with paper. Basically because I had the paper but not the felt.

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 11, 2013 at 12:12 pm said:
  
  Good reason! I’m trying to “use what I have” this year, too. Good for you! 🙂
  
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Pride in Photos Photography on February 13, 2013 at 8:48 am said:

Love the first part…buy a bag of valentine candy…research LOL!! Great humor…new follower♥

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 13, 2013 at 8:53 am said:
  
  Thank you! 🙂 P.S. You have a new follower, too! 🙂
  
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  - Pride in Photos Photography on February 13, 2013 at 8:57 am said:
    
    Very kind of you…i hope you to like my blog how I do yours! Have a marvelous day my new friend!
    
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  - Pride in Photos Photography on February 13, 2013 at 8:58 am said:
    
    PS…I forgot to tell you…your gravatar icon…OMG…too adorable…great hair♥
    
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    - Pillows A-La-Mode on February 13, 2013 at 9:13 am said:
      
      Thank you! Here’s how I made it . . . enjoy! 🙂 https://pillowsalamode.wordpress.com/2012/09/11/design-her-gals/
      
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linda on February 7, 2015 at 10:17 am said:

I love your garland! It’s so sweet. I love to see hearts year-round!

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- Pillows A-La-Mode on February 20, 2015 at 2:35 pm said:
  
  Thank you, Linda! Hopefully I can put up some spring garland soon! 🙂
  
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Good Woman on February 17, 2015 at 10:14 pm said:

I am a first time visitor to your blog and I love the ideas I see. I found you because of Ginny of My Time Stitching nominated you for the Versatile Blog Award. I was checking out her nominees. I look forward to more.

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Pillows A-La-Mode on February 20, 2015 at 2:36 pm said:

Thank you so much for visiting! I love Ginny, too! 🙂

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lindamartinandersen on February 1, 2016 at 5:51 pm said:

I love it. I’d rather buy it though. 😉 I’m sure that’s not the popular response here, but I’m being honest.

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