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B is For Bee Pillow

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This DIY Bee pillow is perfect for a classic living room or a special teacher gift

A few weeks ago I showed you all the most precious farmhouse classroom in the world. To say thanks to my son’s teacher for letting me barge in and photograph his room I made him a special pillow with a teacher twist.This stunning DIY Bee pillow is perfect for a teacher gift or your classic decorative pillow stash. Quick and easy to make with stencils from a Maker's Studio Chalk Art collection. Complete with a list of the products you need to make your own DIY bee pillow cover!

This pillow would be perfect for the favorite teacher in your life, but you can also adapt it for classic decor in your home or possibly make a slew for Christmas gifts that look extravagant. I got my pillow cover at IKEA, but you can order them from the supply list I made below.This stunning DIY Bee pillow is perfect for a teacher gift or your classic decorative pillow stash. Quick and easy to make with stencils from a Maker's Studio Chalk Art collection. Complete with a list of the products you need to make your own DIY bee pillow cover!

I used my favorite Bee stencil from A Maker’s Studio. (read up on these amazing products if you want to know more, or contact me and I can fill you in!) This stunning DIY Bee pillow is perfect for a teacher gift or your classic decorative pillow stash. Quick and easy to make with stencils from a Maker's Studio Chalk Art collection. Complete with a list of the products you need to make your own DIY bee pillow cover!

Stenciling something this intricate should be super hard, but it literally takes minutes and looks professional. I used stencil letters to add the letters B is for Bee. Remember these stencils are re-usable, so you can make tons of stuff with them! This stunning DIY Bee pillow is perfect for a teacher gift or your classic decorative pillow stash. Quick and easy to make with stencils from a Maker's Studio Chalk Art collection. Complete with a list of the products you need to make your own DIY bee pillow cover!

For the added luxe gold I used a mixture of gold Mica powder and paste wax, spread over the stencil to highlight the gorgeous bee and a few spots on the wreath. You can also use the metallic emellishing wax that is pre mixed, I just had these products on hand! This stunning DIY Bee pillow is perfect for a teacher gift or your classic decorative pillow stash. Quick and easy to make with stencils from a Maker's Studio Chalk Art collection. Complete with a list of the products you need to make your own DIY bee pillow cover!Remove the  stencil and wash it with warm soapy water to remove the wax.This stunning DIY Bee pillow is perfect for a teacher gift or your classic decorative pillow stash. Quick and easy to make with stencils from a Maker's Studio Chalk Art collection. Complete with a list of the products you need to make your own DIY bee pillow cover! When the wax on the pillow dries a little, gently buff it with a soft rag and it will burnish the wax into the design. I would spot clean this type of pillow finish.This stunning DIY Bee pillow is perfect for a teacher gift or your classic decorative pillow stash. Quick and easy to make with stencils from a Maker's Studio Chalk Art collection. Complete with a list of the products you need to make your own DIY bee pillow cover!

I wanted a little more depth so I took a small paint brush and black Rescue Restore Paint and just highlighted the letters, a few spots on the wreath and a few spots on the bee. I feel like this adds so much depth and detail to the pillow. This stunning DIY Bee pillow is perfect for a teacher gift or your classic decorative pillow stash. Quick and easy to make with stencils from a Maker's Studio Chalk Art collection. Complete with a list of the products you need to make your own DIY bee pillow cover!Using pillow covers is my favorite way to build up my decorative pillow collection without taking a ton of space and saving some money. I have a supply of nice down filled pillows that I just change out pillow covers on seasonally or when the mood strikes!This stunning DIY Bee pillow is perfect for a teacher gift or your classic decorative pillow stash. Quick and easy to make with stencils from a Maker's Studio Chalk Art collection. Complete with a list of the products you need to make your own DIY bee pillow cover!
I’d love to talk to you more about A Maker’s Studio products and show you how to use them for your home, business or to sell! Just shoot me a message and let’s chat!This stunning DIY Bee pillow is perfect for a teacher gift or your classic decorative pillow stash. Quick and easy to make with stencils from a Maker's Studio Chalk Art collection. Complete with a list of the products you need to make your own DIY bee pillow cover!

DIY Bee Pillow Supply List

Pillow Cover

Bee Stencil

Paint

Wax

Squeegee and small brush

More stencil projects for you to check out:

Deer Garland

Dishwasher Sign

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  1. Laura Harrie says

    September 26, 2018 at 12:02 PM

    That is such a nice bee pillow, great job!

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    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      September 26, 2018 at 1:08 PM

      thanks you Laura, it’s insane how simple it is to make something so detailed looking!!!

      Reply
  2. Terri says

    September 26, 2018 at 12:25 PM

    what color blue paint did you use on the Bee Pillow? Didn’t see it on the Makers web site? Love the pillow

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    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      September 26, 2018 at 1:06 PM

      I used Southern Gentleman – such a great color!!!

      Reply
  3. Fran says

    September 26, 2018 at 12:37 PM

    Love this pillow! It would be helpful if the stencil site gave the dimensions of the letters in the stencils. I’m looking for some rather large letters for a sign project. Thanks!

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    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      September 26, 2018 at 1:07 PM

      yes – sorry about that! I can tell you the monogram letters are approx. 2.5 inches tall if that helps, if you want to know about anything specific let me know and I can find our for you!

      Reply
  4. Diana says

    September 26, 2018 at 3:58 PM

    You did a beautiful job on the pillow, Kim! That’s such a thoughtful and unique gift. The black accents add a nice touch! I want to do these for Christmas gifts. Thank you for sharing!

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    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      September 26, 2018 at 4:20 PM

      thank you Diana – they are easy to make and look so elegant and NOT homemade which I love!

      Reply
  5. Claudine says

    September 27, 2018 at 7:34 AM

    Oh my…I saw that and though – I need to buy that! lol How much nicer that I can make it myself? Thanks very much. I love your colors and the highlighting, just gorgeous!

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  6. Darnel says

    May 16, 2019 at 1:54 PM

    Simple and cute! Great gift idea that can be personalized for everyone. Thanks for sharing!

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    • Kim at Salvaged Living says

      May 21, 2019 at 9:30 AM

      yes – so many potential ideas for this one!

      Reply

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