Fall Pillows, Printables, and Porches – Oh My!

Whenever I get that Fall time itch . . . I just have to scratch it.

It came on super early this year for me.  But that’s okay, because I am a blogger and decorating before the actual season is what they tend to do.

Apparently 😉

Today I am excited to share some fall pillows (which I’ll show you how to make), and the printables for them
(so you can whip them up quick) and inspiration for a fall time front porch (just in case you are looking to be inspired) – and that’s not even all!

Be sure to get to the bottom of this post where I’ve got a huge-o-mongous line up of incredibly talented bloggers who are sharing their Fall printables for you as well.

Better warm up that printer!

I wanted some very simple Fall pillows for my front porch decor.  The image in my head was no where to be seen in stores – so naturally – I decided I could make them.

Just a pumpkin.  Just a leaf.  Nothing too complicated.

I drew/traced some images I found online, and then watercolor painted the lines.

Then I simply copied my painted image on a toner based printer (found in libraries, copy shops, schools, my basement, etc.) and used my favorite ink transfer method to get the image onto fabric.  Sounds complicated – but I’ll show you how easy it is in a minute.

I think the favorite pillow of mine is the pumpkin without color, but I did enjoy adding watercolor to liven them up a bit.  (I’ll talk more about that too).

I was super thrilled to be able to find some items in my thrifted stash to use up.  I try to only buy things if I have a specific purpose for them, but often something in the thrift store grabs my attention and is such a good deal I can’t pass it up.  Some of these items have been waiting for quite some time for their debut.

The large basket/make-shift coffee table was a major score for $10.00.  A bit scuffed, but I love it all the better.

Found the mini wagon years ago, and tossed in some roadside wheat.  The cheese cloche has also been dying to find some purpose.  Those apples won’t last long though with all the little hands around here.

The small rocker my husbands uncle made us, and the rug was bought at Home Depot on clearance.  The wicker tray was a score at an antique store for $10.00.  The plaid blanket is actually still just a fabric cut from Joann’s.  But it will be an actual blanket soon!

To make the pillows, first print off one or more of these images below by clicking the link under the image.  (They are designed to be printed on standard US 8.5×11 paper.)

Pumpkin

Leaf

(These images are for personal use only and not to be sold or distributed in any way by themselves or in a product)

This ink transfer method will only work if using a toner, not an ink-jet printer.  I’ve written about this process in greater detail, HERE, but I’ll show you a quick run down.

You will need the following:

• CitraSolv
  • It is my favorite cleaner to clean my house, and I’ve bought many bottles HERE on Amazon.  It is a bonus that it also creates lovely image transfers on fabric, for a somewhat time-worn look.
• Fabric and pillow form
  • I love using up my bleached drop cloth, which I talked about HERE.
  • I’ve got a detailed post on how to make a envelope pillow cover HERE, for any size of pillow form.
• Sponge brush
• Something to cover your work surface
  • I use garbage bags.
• Tape
• Spoon
• Watercolor and brushes if you intend to color the image.  I’ve got a detailed post for how to watercolor on fabric, HERE.

I like to cut around my image so I can line it up on my fabric better.  Then lay the printed image face down on the fabric and tape on the edges to keep it in place.  Dip the brush in some citrasolv cleaner and brush it over the image and the design will show where it is saturated.

Use a spoon to burn the image on.  To do this rub firmly and slowly wherever you want the ink to soak into the fabric.  Be careful not to shift the image while doing this.

Lift the paper image off the fabric to reveal the transfer.

Follow these directions if you want to give the watercolor a try.

I highly recommend THESE paints and these brushes if you enjoy water-coloring.

Brush 1

Brush 2

Brush 3

 They are my special mommy brushes and make me feel like I kind of know what I am doing 😉

Just as a side note – you can also print these images and I’m sure a wee little one will have a great time painting/coloring them as well.

Be sure to visit these other sites to get more great ideas and printables!

Free Fall Printable Banner | Just Destiny

Fall Pillows, Printables, and Porches – OH MY! | TIDBITS

Be Thankful Printable and Fall Vignette | A Burst of Beautiful

Cinderella Pumpkin Free Fall Printable | The Chronicles of Home

Owl Fall Printable & Vignette | Rooms FOR Rent

Oh hello fall {free printable} | Thoughts From Alice

Autumn Leaf “Thankful, Grateful, etc.” Tags | Ella Claire

Fall is Right on Time Chalkboard Printable | Nest of Posies

I Painted Something For You | Shades of Blue Interiors

Give Thanks Watercolor Pumpkin Printable | Eclectically Vintage

Happy Harvest Feathers | The Lilypad Cottage

Free Fall Printable ~ Falling Leaves | Town and Country Living

Free New England Watercolor | Migonis Home

A Fall Banner Free Printable and Our Mantel | Finding Silver Pennies

Life Starts Over Again Fall Printable | Clean and Scentsible

Crisp Fall Printable and Fall Vignette | So Much Better With Age

Jane Austen Free Printable | My Sweet Savannah

What I Love Most About Fall Printable | Making Home Base

Always Be Grateful Fall Printable & Vignette | My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia

Our Fall vignette + free fall printable | Four Generations One Roof

Watercolor Bat & Raven Printable | Finding Home

Gratitude Unlocks the Fullness of Life | Craftberry Bush

Free Fall Printable and a Little Vignette in Our Living Room | AKA Design