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Pillows How-To
1. Photocopy template, enlarging or reducing as desired. Using template, cut out 4 petals from fabric.

2. Knot end of thread; sew a running stitch through bottom of petals, making 2 stitches for each.

3. Gently pull thread to gather petals, and knot thread. 

4. Make 1 more stitch to connect last and first petals to form flower, then knot and trim thread. 

5. Repeat, making flowers in a variety of sizes. Tack-stitch flowers to pillow in the desired pattern.