We often have new mothers or grandmothers coming in to look for a canvas for a new baby. Of course, we have favorites such as the canvases based on Good Night Moon. But we are also always looking for new canvases.
We particularly like tooth fairy pillows because they grow up with the child. A tooth fairy pillow can be in a baby's room but as the child grows up, it gains an important function. In this Mermaid tooth fairy pillow, there is a separate shell piece that is stitched and then attached to the pillow (top picture).The tooth (and later the money) are put in this shell pocket.
The shell can be handled several different ways. It can be stitched and attached by the finisher. It can also be appliqued on. If you were willing to change the shape of the area, you could use a weaving stitch to make a shell that stands is only attached to the canvas on three sides.
Needless to say, there are many different themes of tooth pillows. Think about one for the next baby gift.
