The oh-so-versatile throw pillow {eight ideas for Halloween}

Ah, yes. The throw pillow. Small and decorative. Aesthetic yet functional, too. Throw pillows are usually placed on couches or armchairs, but they are also frequently used on beds, day beds and floors. Throw pillows serve a dual purpose. Their decorative nature allows them to tie in color accents within a room, often drawing on the colors in drapes, walls or area rugs. While their functional perspective includes offering back, neck and head support, or a snuggle buddy for reading or watching television.

The best part about throw pillows? They add a whimsical dash of fun corresponding to the seasons and holidays!

How my family has inspired my sewing

My family has always been the  inspiration behind my sewing creations. (You can read more about how it all started here.) From Halloween costumes, outfits, and toys for the little ones– to more practical creations like wall organizers and duffel bags for the grown-ups, members of my family have long been “testers” in the sewing lab of Draw That Pig.

It is so much fun to try out new ideas and new patterns! It is also practical in the sense that I can figure out what works and what doesn’t work. Additionally, I can tweak an idea or pattern if need be — or ditch it altogether. 😉 This is an important part of product testing.

Well, a few years ago, I came across a pattern for Pajama Eaters on the internet, and I thought these cutie monsters seemed like the perfect soft, cuddly friend to cozy up with at bedtime, or to snuggle in the car on a long trip. Learning all about them made ME smile, and I was looking for an idea that would make kids smile, too. So I decided to purchase the pattern, whip up a few of these monsters for my kiddos, and see how they might fit this bill. 

Inspired by my family and sewn up with love …

Me:  Hi  … I’m Donna, and welcome to Draw That Pig!

Most everyone else:  Hmmm … that’s an interesting name for a business. Do you draw? sketch? (no) Well, do you maybe paint? (nope, too) What’s a pig have to do with anything? Do you raise pigs? Sell them? (haha … very much no)

Me: I sew unique gift items for children and women, and I create bridal accessories, too.

Most everyone else: Wow. I never would have guessed that. Why the name Draw That Pig? Here’s my story …  

My First Blog Post {and 10 things about me}

Hi! and welcome to my blog Draw That Pig. I’m happy that you are here!

I have been wanting to start a blog for several years. And then I never did. Because … well … the start-up scared me (it still kinda does). And I didn’t really have time (you have to make time, silly). And, of course, what should I write about? Would anyone read it? (Really, would anyone WANT to read it?)

And, then, recently my 24-year old got a tattoo.