Thursday, March 21, 2013

A finished pillow

Yesterday, I had an appointment at occupational therapy where they made splints for my wrists to sleep with. I don't have carpal tunnel; the rheumatologist ordered them to help with osteoarthritis in my fingers and wrists. They're perfectly comfortable but I slept fitfully with them and after a nightmare at 5:30am, I took them off. I hope it's just a matter of getting used to them!
Next week, I'll be getting something for my fingers and toes. It'll be a scary site if I'm all wrapped up in all of it!
Today, I went for my swim since I missed it yesterday. This afternoon, I put together a pillow form for my new pillow. Why buy one when I have this huge bag of stuffing taking up room in my closet?

I was afraid it was too plain with my neutral sofa and wall color which are both shades of beige. I think it stands out well enough and perhaps I'll make a couple more more colourful cushions.
I've been working on a second one on a lovely mossy piece of linen. I tried taking a photo in several locations and lighting but the nice green color won't come through. It looks brown although its really a nice springy green.

I've cropped the photo so I think I may actually add a couple more flowers to fill in the space. I've free motioned the cosmos while using one of my sketches as a reference.

3 comments:

Gill said...

Fabulous cushions Holly!
I hope you get used to your splints soon!!

Marjorie's Busy Corner said...

You did a wonderful job on your pillow Holly....I love your new header...nice happy picture of you!!!!

Wendy said...

Great pillows Holly! They are so "you"!
Hope your splints work out for you.