Have you ever noticed how finding pretty pillows that don't cost a pretty penny is, well, pretty hard? While there's certainly no shortage of options out there, there is a shortage of affordable options. If you're anything like me, you don't like the idea of spending most of your decorating budget on pillows that seem too pricey for what they are. But you also don't want to settle for basic cushions that feel too drab or plain. So here's another option: take the blah out of basic cushions by adding pin-on embellishments! It's the no-sew way to oh-so-chic pillows, not to mention one of the fastest, most inexpensive ways to spruce up your space!
When choosing what kind of pillows to embellish, I usually go with solid-colored cushions with simple edges—either a self-welt or none at all. (Adding an embellishment to patterned pillows or those with fancy trim usually makes the overall look too fussy.) Shown above is a heather-gray flannel pillow from Muji and below are some we found at West Elm, which always has a great selection in a range of colors. I'm also loving the colorful options in silk, velvet, and linen over at Crate & Barrel.
After choosing my pillows, I got these gorgeous flower pins from M&J Trimming. They come in lots of different sizes and tons of interesting materials like tweed and leather. For a subtle but sophisticated look, I went with flower pins that were in the same color family as my pillows, but you could always mix it up to bring in other accent colors in your decor. I affixed them in clusters to the upper corners to add drama, but I also love a single flower in the middle or corner—just as long as the scale of the flower and pillow are proportionate.
Not only is this project affordable and low-risk, it's instantly gratifying! And when it comes to decorating DIY-style, can it possibly get any sweeter than that?
Oh so pretty!!!! Great idea!!
xoxo,
Lauren Liess
what a gret idea!
*great
Hi Eddie, what a clever idea. I was looking at pillows awhile back and almost choked at the price. I mean really it’s just a pillow.
great project! thanks for sharing.
What a great idea – what an inexpensive way to beat the February blahs – new pretty pillows with flowers!
I like to change my pillows a lot – is that “normal”? Does anyone out there change accessories a lot?
So great!
So gorgeous, Eddie!
Very pretty! These look very high end.
Eddie, how can you seriously be so fabulous? In the words of the now infamous, Zoe, I’m about to DIE over these pillows!!!
Love.
I love the pillow corsages. They are Fabulous. Penny
Updating my pillows has been on my list since late fall. Thanks for lighting the fire!
GENIUS!!
Love the pillows! What a great tip for a quick and inexpensive little pillow pick me up!
Only you Eddie Ross, Only you! Fab as always.
Brilliant!
Muji ROCKS!
That is such a great idea….I am absolutely going to do this!
Oh that’s fun and you can switch it up at will…. great idea
what a great idea – I would never have thought of it but it looks fabulous!
Tabitha
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Damnit, Eddie. AGAIN, you’ve done it again! Will you ever stop being so freakin’ fab!!!
xx
Kara
neat idea
Love this – I have done the same with small felt people and animals and use Velcro dots to attach. My girls loved moving them around the pillows
Oh Eddie you’ve done it again!
fabulous idea. and i love m&j — they make my creativity go into overdrive!
I think my dog Bentley might love this idea.
Well Eddie it was worth waitin for,I was going thru withdrawals . Love the idea. I am a very frutful person so a great idea. Look around the house and see what you can use as well. Old Jewelry,buttons,what ever you have.
Thanks again for making my morning.
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Truly, you are a national treasure Eddie! Lucien
That’s charming!
Very pretty and “easy peasy” as Mrs Blandings would say!
Bravo, talented friend. Bravo!
What an awesome idea!! There are so many fun pins out there too. I cant wait to try it on some pillows I have around the house, thanks for another fab idea!
xoxox
LindsB
OOO I love this idea!
I have a whole bag of hundreds of “flowerheads” I love to dip the edges in German Glitter…
I have made them into pins, I put them on purses… even glued
twenty or so to :
my bumper of my cute pickup!! Hee hee
But I have never done them on pillows!
I really like to collect Vintage curtain fabric,and Hankies also! … hmmm since I have run out of windows…
looks like there may be some new pillows in the future!
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Greatest and most original housewarming gift ever. As a Realtor, I am always looking for a way to add flavor to listings, chic original touches. Once again my dear, you nailed it!
Wendy Gladson
WOW!!! Just when I think you have done the most FANTASTIC, WONDERFUL, CHIC, CREATIVE…CHEAP thing ever…you go and top yourself…Flower pins on pillows…whouda thunk it…why you OF COURSE!!
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Hi Eddie!
This a really fun and creative idea! I like it! M&J seems to be a great source for trims. How about the wallhanging or screen in the room behind your cool pillows? That is a gorgeous piece!
Thanks Eddie
Ciao
This is a fabulous idea! It makes it feel a little more one of a kind. I am off to check out more of your posts.
Love this idea. I did kinda the same thing with some pillows and vintage brooches that my Grandmother left me.
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Really fun!
A
Eddie- Would you mind providing the links for the three flowers on the gray pillow? I think I found two of them but was unable to locate the one on the bottom left (the smallest of the three). Thanks!
love this idea!
Hi Eddie,
I remember looking at your website and seeing a beautiful white dragon in a table top setting. Can you tell me about it? Or tell me where I can find the picture? Thank you!