My favorite December finish was turning an old needlepoint that my mother made, probably in the 1980s, into a pillow for my niece, Mary Frances. First I dry blocked the needlepoint to even it out using this tutorial from Purl Soho.
I decided to give the pillow a more finished look by adding piping and used this tutorial from Joe, June, and Mae. My borders are more narrow than suggested in the tutorial. I was hoping that a 16″ square pillow form would work, but it is not as filled out as I wanted it to be (see photo below). I had a 17″ square pillow form sent to my niece, and I sent the finished pillow cover separately. She has received both in the mail and is going to try to wait until Christmas to see the finished pillow cover and put in on the pillow form. That’s her choice. I would’ve been fine with her ripping open the package upon receipt!
Linking up to Quilting Jetgirl: Favorite Finish December 2024.
Quilting is in my Blood 
Oh, that’s a beautiful needlepoint and I love that you were able to breathe new life into it in a way that your niece will be able to use, appreciate, and enjoy!
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What a cute finish, sentimental and a gift, too! The piping is a real pro addition to the project!
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Your nother did beautiful work, and that pillow is so unique! Well done on the piping, too! I’m sure your niece will love it!
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Beautiful! What a treasure to finish up.
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I see where you get your creative bent! The pillow is just lovely. Nicely done on the piping. Your niece is a lucky gal. I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas!
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Beautiful job, both of you, on that pillow! I can see why it was your favorite finish. Love the piping detail. Happy holidays!
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