B is For Bee Pillow
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 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.
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!) 
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! 
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! 
Remove the stencil and wash it with warm soapy water to remove the wax.
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.
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. 
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!
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!
DIY Bee Pillow Supply List
Pillow Cover
Bee Stencil
Paint
Wax
Squeegee and small brush
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That is such a nice bee pillow, great job!
thanks you Laura, it’s insane how simple it is to make something so detailed looking!!!
I love this look
what color blue paint did you use on the Bee Pillow? Didn’t see it on the Makers web site? Love the pillow
I used Southern Gentleman – such a great color!!!
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!
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!
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!
thank you Diana – they are easy to make and look so elegant and NOT homemade which I love!
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!
Simple and cute! Great gift idea that can be personalized for everyone. Thanks for sharing!
yes – so many potential ideas for this one!
Who is the paint color by
it is all Amy Howard!