It was around Halloween when Tess asked me if I could make her a pillow out of the hankie Uta gave me of the tale of Struwwelpeter. I actually have a bunch of pieces from around then that I’m making for people. My goal is to get them done in the next few weeks. So where to start? I guess I just go with my urges. Yesterday when I was buzzing on my antibiotics, I designed this pillow.
The story of Struwwelpeter is a dark cautionary one about the dangers of not cutting your hair, and nails and not paying attention to what you’re doing. I think framing it with the flowers and ribboned corners gives it the feeling of being a page in a book. The decoration that might surround text or an illustration, helping to transport the viewer to a distant place in another time.
Maria,
The pillow is BEAUTIFUL!! Your design is absolutely right for this hankie. Thank you so much! I will cherish this pillow because of its significance and because you made it. Tess
Oh great Tess, Now just to sew it all together.
I am so glad my hankie has another life now and I love the way you present it on the pillow Maria. I also recognize the lace. Just love it.
Oh Uta, I didn’t realize the lace was from you too. How perfect!
Wow! Your idea of a decorated page in an old book was perfect. What a great idea. I enjoyed seeing this take shape. Thank you for keeping us in-the-loop with your process. I’m happy that Tess is keeping you warm. So sweet!
Gorgeous piece!
Maria, what a meaningful way to capture the essence of the hankie! it’s beautifully done. Thank you for sharing.
Love the design elements. They work so well with the hankie…
Maria, wow wow wow – the pillow design is magical, just perfect; made me think of the times l was a kid reading my Struwwelpeter book at night and then failing to fall sleep (surprise surprise) because l was so scared….
Enjoy watching your interview tomorrow – I am still working on my yoddeling/Wulfhowling support chant 🙂
Thanks Sabina