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I have a number of pillow shams (some with zipper and some without) that are new or "almost new". Does anyone have any ideas on how I could use these shams other than putting them on my bed? Many of them don't match any longer.
Any and all ideas would be appreciated.
Thanks. Anjeena
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Post By Annette (Guest Post)
(11/08/2005)
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If color/size right a valance or small curtain.
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Why not just use them for floor pillows in the bedroom or family room. You can always try scanning the family photos and iron on, or collage of friend and family photos. Maybe some special stitching or scrapbook-like media and pass them on for gifts.
By delanese
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Post By Tim (Guest Post)
(02/25/2005)
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I use them to re-cover the chair in my bedroom. I have a matching set to the bed.
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A bedskirt could be used as an underpad on a dining table with a tablecloth on top. (not waterproof though) The decorative sides of the bedskirt could be cut and made into pillow covers. The plain part of the bedskirt that goes on the boxspring could be used as a small quilt backing or curtains. Quite often that part is muslin or white cotton
http://romantichomesmagazine.co.nr
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I use pillows in pillow shams on my couch and chairs as decorative pillows. Being larger, they are more comfortable. They also help keep the couch clean because both my dogs like to sleep on it. When the pillows get dirty, just throw the sham in the wash!
Marcie
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Post By Guest (Guest Post)
(02/24/2005)
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I use pillow shams as large doilies under lamps on my antique end tables, especially if the lamp does not have the little felt feet. It protects the wood from scratches.
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Thank you all for your terrific ideas about uses for pillow shams. So creative.
One more question, please?
I also have two king sized bed skirts (again, not matching). Any ideas on uses for these. The base is white and the ruffles are different.
Thanks again. Anjeena
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Post By Barbara (Guest Post)
(02/23/2005)
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You can make a nice quilt out of them - a small one for a crib, or child's bed, or a larger one for a twin. Fill each sham with padding - then stitch an X on the sham (corner to corner) which will hold the padding in place. Sew the shams together either by machine or by hand
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My husband and I used the extra shams from our bedroom linens to cover two dreadfully ugly trays. We now have a matching set of breakfast-in-bed trays that can be left next to the bed without ruining the decor.
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Post By Amethyst (Guest Post)
(02/23/2005)
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I have always used extra shams to store my blankets and quilts when not in use. I just fold whatever I want to store to fit into the sham and then put a bunch of mismatched shams all over the bed in my guest bedroom. Looks really nice and cozy.
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Post By tonya (Guest Post)
(02/23/2005)
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thetype with 'quilt' pruints make really pretty wall hangings for country theme rooms. doll bedspreads for lace edges, fold in half ( split backs) with pockets out and add strap for voer night bag / purse. Add two apron ties for pretty aprons with built in storage at top either side for adult or neckloop at top and two in center for kids.
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Here are some uses for pillow shams: lamp table tablecloth tv tray cloth placed on armchair for seat and back cushions (with slim pillows in them and matching) on top of actual large ones, for a different look couch cushions (all matching or co-ordinating) bedroom Bible/magazine holder - placed under mattress and hanging down the side half way (for split back shams) large placemats
Have fun with them and enjoy your shams!
http://romantichomesmagazine.co.nr
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