INSIDE: How to make an envelope pillow with a DIY cactus string art pillow craft. Easy, cute cactus home decor for spring, summer.
I’ve lived in the southwest for a dozen years now. And it’s taken me about 10 of those 12 to accept it! But when I saw and snapped up some cactus fabric recently, I knew that the desert life had become a part of me.
Since I live surrounded by all things cacti, why not add just one more to this southwest print? But I couldn’t just paste a simple cactus on top, could I? No! Learn how to create a trendy string art cactus… on a pillow.
Grab your sewing needle instead of a hammer and let’s start stringing…
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How to Make Cute Cactus String Art Pillow
No thorns in this project! Learn how to make an easy envelope pillow here. With the pillow created, add the cactus string art that is perfect for Spring!
Cactus String Art Supplies:
– Miniature buttons (in green and pink)
– Sewing thread (in green and pink) + needle
– Embroidery thread (in green and pink)
– Fabric glue
– Paper template
– Straight pins
How to make cactus pillow for spring home decor
I pulled out some scrap paper and sketched out a simple cactus shape and flower. If you aren’t as familiar with cactus as I am, just google “cactus clipart” for lots of ideas!
Pin the cactus and flower templates onto the pillow. Sew miniature buttons about 1″ apart around the templates.
Remove the paper template.
Outline the cactus with green embroidery thread, wrapping the thread around each button.
Repeat the same process, creating the outline of the cactus flower with pink embroidery thread.
With the outline formed, begin to string the thread across the cactus, criss crossing until you are happy with how it looks.
Repeat the same for the cactus flower.
To keep the string safely in place, place a dab of fabric glue around each button.
I used a toothpick to get the glue around the buttons.
I love this string art craft alternative, especially since it doesn’t require any nails and hammer!
How do you decorate for Spring? Let me know in the comments!
Other Spring Ideas You May Enjoy:
- Turn that empty tin can into a fun fairy garden house
- Use a shower caddy as a vertical wall planter in the garden
- Create a Mother’s Day bowl gift basket using craft pony beads
- Make large letter succulent wall planter
- How to gift potted plants in cute brown paper bags
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Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures says
What a GREAT pillow! I love string art! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures
Beverly says
How pretty! It looks like a great addition to your southwestern decor. Pinning and sharing.
Gail @Purple Hues and Me says
How lovely! This is so unique and clever with the string art!
Laurie says
Victoria! I love this idea. Your pillow is so bright and colorful! Love the fabric too!
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Thanks Laurie! When I saw the fabric, I just had to have it!
Mary-the boondocks blog says
Victoria what a pretty pillow! And by adding the string art you are making it totally unique!
Claire says
I love cactus, and can’t resist cactus print fabric. Your pillow looks very sweet.
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Thanks Claire! I think I’m finally coming around to desert life.
Anika says
This is such a great idea!! I love your choice of fabric too!! It is too cute!
Sharon@BlueWillowHouse says
So cute and clever. Thank you for sharing it with us at Vintage Charm.
debbie says
I would have a difficult time adjusting to the southwest myself but the fabric is adorable. I have never tried string art before and with little buttons, no less! So cute
Debrashoppeno5 says
The pillow is so pretty and colorful. It looks like a fun craft project to try. Pinned.
Leslie says
What a fun project! I’ve been wanting to try string art for so long, but just haven’t taken the time to try. Now I have a new, fun string art option to consider! Thanks so much for sharing at the #happynowlinkup!
Fiona Cambouropoulos says
Such a unique idea, I don’t think you could buy anything like it, very clever #RealCraftyLinkParty
Helen at Pleasures of the NW says
Thanks for sharing at the Pleasures of the NW DIY party – and thanks for being a part of the fun since the beginning!
Emy says
What a cool pillow! I love the string art!
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Thank you Emy!
Kathleen says
Very cool, and cacti are so “in” right now, too! Pretty colors. Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm!
xo Kathleen|Our Hopeful Home
DIY Home Sweet Home says
Looks great!! Such a creative idea.
Debrashoppeno5 says
This is so adorable. It is the best of both worlds, a pillow and string art.