METHOD OD MAKING A THREE-DEMENSIONAL FLOWER PILLOW/CUSHION

Abstract

A decorative pillow with all the individual proportions of the flower represented by the pillow. Each pillow consists of a center (a), individual petals that are fashioned in the shape of the petals of the flower being duplicated (b), leaves which correspond with each flower (c), a potpourri pouch (d), in which to add potpourri, and a bottom (e).

Description

DESCRIPTION

[0001] Each Perennial Pillow is fashioned in the shape of the pillow it represents. The process begins by cutting and sewing each piece separately and putting them together one piece at a time. The center is fashioned first. The petals and leaves are arranged according to those of the flower being imitated. They are then attached to the center. A bottom is added to each pillow for a neat finish.

[0002] After being cut out, the petals are sewn one at a time leaving an opening for stuffing. They are then stuffed with polyfil and sewn up. The petals are attached to the center to form the pillow.

[0003] The leaves are sewn, stuffed and turned. Next, the veins are sewn in. A pouch is Added to one leaf. This is done by marking the leaf where the velcro will be attached. The velcro is attached to the leaf and to the pouch section. The pouch is sewn on the side of the leaf opposite the velcro side with the velcro still on the top side of the pouch section. When the pouch has been sewn into place, turn the leaf and the pouch is made.

[0004] The pillow is given a smooth finish by adding a bottom. The bottom is sewn and stuffed loosely. It is then attached to the underside of the pillow.

BACKGROUND

[0005] 1. Field of Invention

[0006] This invention relates to three-dimensional decorative pillows in the shape of different flowers.

[0007] 2. Description of Prior Art

[0008] In the past, pillows were used mainly for the purpose of making sleeping more comfortable. Not much thought was given to their looks. They were used solely for comfort. Over the years people have seen the need not only to make pillows more comfortable, but more appealing visually. In doing so pillows are made in many shapes, sizes, and fashions. Some are even fanciful and ornate.

[0009] A good example of a fanciful pillow is one made by Ann Gish, U.S. Pat. D366,176 January, 1996. The shape is round and there are layers of ruffles. Her design is just another frilly version of a pillow. It doesn't look like a flower at all. It imitates a fantasy flower, but it has no features of a real flower. It can't be used in just any part of the home. It would have to be used in a particular setting such as a little girl's room that is decorated with a frilly bedspread and curtains. It wouldn't fit at all in a living room or family room. It would look out of place. My pillows on the other hand, look very much like real flowers. They have all the components of a real flower. My pillows are not limited to a particular room in the home. They can be used in practically any room. They can be used in and out of season. The purpose of my pillows are not only for visual appeal though that is their main purpose, but they are very comfortable as well. They can be used in the same way as any other pillow. They retain their shape when used because they are stuffed with polyfil just as many pillows are.

[0010] I suppose there's not much difference between pillows and cushions, but Florian Dove Miller, U.S. Pat. D397575 September, 1998, has taken cushions to another level. She has fashioned a pillow/cushion to form a rose. It looks very much like a rose, but it doesn't have leaves. Angelika von Burchard, U.S. Pat. No. 5,943,975 August, 1999, has a pillow/cushion that is three-dimensional and has separate components. It imitates a rose but it doesn't have all the components of a real rose. Well, my flower not only looks like a rose but it is capable of smelling like a rose. It also has leaves. The leaves are fashioned to look like the leaves on a rose. Flowers should look like flowers whether they are pillows or cushions or whatever.

[0011] Pillows serve two purposes. They are made either for comfort or for decoration. In recent years these qualities have been combined. I have done the same with my pillows, but I have taken the process one step further and added a pot pouri pouch. My own patent describes a three-dimensional flower shaped pillow with individual petals and leaves. Each flower has two leaves. One leaf on each of the flowers have a potpouri pocket made into the leaf. Each flower has a middle section to which the petals are attached. The petals are arranged according to the way petals are formed on whatever flower is being fabricated.

[0012] The disadvantage suffered by previous three-dimensional flower shaped pillow/cushions are that:

[0013] (a) They offer beauty and only for the sake of visual appeal.

[0014] (b) These pillow/cushions are not seasonable. They are made to use whenever visual appeal is desired.

[0015] (c)These pillows are not multi-functional. No doubt they are comfortable to lay but their main purpose is to look good.

[0016] (d) These pillow/cushions are not diverse in their styles. They are made in only one particular way to make one particular pillow/cushion.

[0017] (e) The previously mentioned pillow/cushions are not made to be seasonal. They can be used at any time or at no particular time.

[0018] (f) These pillow/cushions do not look like real flowers should look because they don't have all the components of a real flower.

OBJECTS AND ADVANTAGES

[0019] Besides the objects and advantages of the multi-petal three-dimensional pillows describes in my patent above, there are several other objects and advantages of my invention such as:

[0020] (a) To provide a pillow with visual appeal.

[0021] (b) To provide a pillow that looks like a real flower.

[0022] (c) To provide a pillow that is soft and comfortable.

[0023] (d) To provide a pillow that is capable of providing an aromatic appeal.

[0024] (e) To provide a pillow that can be used seasonally or everyday.

[0025] (f) To provide a pillow that is capable of retaining it's shape after use.

[0026] (g) To provide a pillow that is available in more than one color.

[0027] (h) To provide a pillow that is capable of being used with other home decor.

REFERENCE CHARACTERS FOR DRAWINGS

[0028] 1. Center—a

[0029] 2. Petals—b

[0030] 3. Leaves—c

[0031] 4. Pouch—d

[0032] 5. Bottom—e

[0033] 6. Velcro—f

[0034] 7. Pom-Poms—g

[0035] 8. Cord—h

Rose

[0036] FIG. 10 shows necessary pieces needed to make a rose pillow.

[0037] FIG. 11 shows the folded middle section of the rose.

[0038] FIG. 12 shows the middle section of the rose folded and wrapped with twine.

[0039] FIG. 13 shows the smallest rose petal being stitched to the middle section.

[0040] FIG. 14 is a top view of a leaf that has been sewn, stuffed and lined with veins.

[0041] FIG. 15 is a drawing of the parts necessary to make a leaf with a potpourri pouch on it.

[0042] FIG. 17 shows a finished leaf with pouch.

[0043] FIG. 18 is a bottom view of the rose showing how to attach the leaves to the rose petals and middle section.

[0044] FIG. 19 is an upside down view of the bottom piece being placed on the rose.

[0045] FIG. 20 shows how to stitch the bottom into place.

[0046] FIG. 21 is a top view of a completed three-dimensional, multi-petal rose pillow.

Daisy

[0047] FIG. 30 shows pieces necessary to make a daisy shaped pillow.

[0048] FIG. 31 shows how to attach pom-poms to fabric to duplicate a daisy center.

[0049] FIG. 32 shows how center should look when completely covered with pom-poms.

[0050] FIG. 33 a shows how to put the center together for sewing.

[0051] 33 b is a drawing of center sewn with pom-poms on the inside.

[0052] 33 c is a drawing of the center when it is turned and stuffed.

[0053] FIG. 34 shows seams sewn down the middle of the petal.

[0054] FIG. 35 shows how to arrange flower petals so they can be attached to each other.

[0055] FIG. 36 shows petals tacked together.

[0056] FIG. 37 is a bottom view showing how the leaves are attached under the petals.

[0057] FIG. 38 is a drawing of the attachment of all the parts to complete the pillow.

[0058] FIG. 39 shows a top view of a completed three-dimensional, multi-petal daisy pillow.

Dogwood

[0059] FIG. 40 shows necessary pieces needed to make a dogwood shaped pillow.

[0060] FIG. 41 shows how the cord should be cut once it is marked and taped.

[0061] FIG. 42 is a drawing of a pom-pom attached to the end of a cut piece of cord.

[0062] FIG. 43 shows cords attached together in a bundle.

[0063] FIG. 44 shows the wrapping and securing of the bundle of cord.

[0064] FIG. 45 is a drawing of the way in which the petals should be sewn together.

[0065] FIG. 46 is a bottom view of how the leaves should be attached to the petals.

[0066] FIG. 47 shows a side view of the bundle of cord being inserted into the middle of the petals to form the center.

[0067] FIG. 48 is a drawing of how to secure the petals to bundle of cord.

[0068] FIG. 49 is a side view of the method used to secure bundle into place.

[0069] FIG. 50 shows attachment of bottom to the leaves and petals.

[0070] FIG. 51 is a view of the underside of the pillow with bottom sewn into place.

[0071] FIG. 52 is a top view of a completed three-dimensional, multi-petal dogwood pillow.

Sunflower

[0072] FIG. 60 shows all the necessary pieces needed to make a sunflower pillow.

[0073] FIG. 61 shows how to attach pom-poms to the fabric.

[0074] FIG. 62 shows the top center covered with pom-poms leaving necessary room around the edge for sewing.

[0075] FIG. 63 is a drawing of the center being constructed by placing pom-poms face down.

[0076] FIG. 64 is a top view of petals placed properly and tacked together.

[0077] FIG. 65 is a bottom view of leaves placed in position and sewn to the petals.

[0078] FIG. 66 shows how to place all the parts in order so they can be stitched together at one time.

[0079] FIG. 67 shows how to make a dip in the center of the sunflower.

[0080] FIG. 68 is a top view of a completed three-dimensional, multi-petal sunflower pillow.

Poinsettia

[0081] FIG. 70 shows pieces necessary to make a poinsettia.

[0082] FIG. 71 shows a drawing of a petal with veins sewn in.

[0083] FIG. 72 shows cord wrapped in clear tape.

[0084] FIG. 73 shows a green pom-pom attached to the end of a cord.

[0085] FIG. 74 shows yellow pom-poms attached to the green pom-poms.

[0086] FIG. 75 shows all the cut pieces of cord glued together to form a bundle.

[0087] FIG. 76 shows the bundle of cord wrapped and secured.

[0088] FIG. 77 is a top view of the petals arranged in order and tacked together.

[0089] FIG. 78 shows a bottom view of the leaves attached to the petals and sewn into place.

[0090] FIG. 79 shows bundle of cord being placed in the middle of the petals to form the center.

[0091] FIG. 80 is a see through version showing how petals are sewn to bundle of cord.

[0092] FIG. 81 shows petals, leaves and cord wrapped and secured by another piece of cord.

[0093] FIG. 82 is a side view of the bottom section being attached to the underside of the pillow.

[0094] FIG. 83 shows bottom attached to petals and leaves by stitching.

[0095] FIG. 84 is a top view of a completed three-dimensional, multi-petal poinsettia pillow.

Pansy

[0096] FIG. 90 shows the necessary pieces needed to make a pansy.

[0097] FIG. 91 shows how to attach the pom-poms to the fabric.

[0098] FIG. 92 is a drawing of the pom-poms attached to the center.

[0099] FIG. 93 shows how to complete the center.

[0100] FIG. 94 shows a top view of petals tacked into place.

[0101] FIG. 95 shows the thread being run through the petals to draw them tight.

[0102] FIG. 96 is a bottom view of the leaves attached to the petals.

[0103] FIG. 97 shows how to complete the pillow by attaching all the parts together.

[0104] FIG. 98 is a top view of a three-dimensional, multi-petal pansy pillow.

Magnolia

[0105] FIG. 100 shows the pieces necessary to make a magnolia pillow.

[0106] FIG. 101 shows the cord marked off into three inch sections.

[0107] FIG. 102 shows where to cut the tape on the marked cord.

[0108] FIG. 103 shows the attachment of a pom-pom on the end of a cut piece of cord.

[0109] FIG. 104 shows how to attach cords to the center.

[0110] FIG. 105 shows how to sew the petals around the center.

[0111] FIG. 106 is a bottom view of how the leaves should be arranged and attached to the petals and center.

[0112] FIG. 107 shows how to complete the pillow by attaching the bottom to the leaves and petals.

[0113] FIG. 108 shows a side view of a completed three-dimensional, multi-petal magnolia pillow.

Claims

1. What I claim is a three-dimensional flower shaped pillow with all the components of a real flower and is capable of retaining its shape after use by methods of: fabricating a said number of multiple individual petals; fabricating a said number of multiple individual petals into a pattern to simulate the pattern of naturally occurring flower petals; fabricating a said center from which petals can be attached; attaching a said number of multiple individual petals to said center in a pattern to simulate the natural petal patterns of real flowers; attaching a said number of individual petals to center to secure them into place. attaching a said number of individual petals one to another to secure them into place when necessary; fabricating a said number of leaves to resemble leaves of said flower; fabricating a said number of leaves in the pattern of naturally occurring leaf formations according to individual flowers; attaching a potpourri pouch on at least one leaf of two on each said pillow; attaching a velcro closure to the potpourri pouch on each said pillow; attaching two leaves to each pillow; attaching two leaves to each pillow matching the leaves to the flower being simulated; attaching a rounded bottom to each said pillow for a neat appearance of finished product;

2. is the method of claim no. 1 wherein the configuration of the resulting pillow is the shape of a rose.

3. is the method of claim no. 1 wherein the configuration of the resulting pillow is the shape of a daisy.

4. is the method of claim no. 1 wherein the configuration of the resulting pillow is the shape of a dogwood.

5. is the method of claim no. 1 wherein the configuration of the resulting pillow is the shape of a sunflower.

6. is the method of claim no. 1 wherein the configuration of the resulting pillow is a poinsettia.

7. is the method of claim no. 1 wherein the configuration of the resulting pillow is the shape of a pansy.

8. is the method of claim no. 1 wherein the configuration of the resulting pillow is the shape of a magnolia.