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Are you a photo prop junkie like me?  I could waste days away searching for props both vintage and new.  Recently, I’ve become obsessed with fabrics and sewing.   Last year I got the idea to create my own photo props to use in my studio and outdoor sessions.  It’s been so fun and I’m excited to share with you the first prop I made last Summer.  My daughter Kate turned 6 months last Aug. and I really wanted a unique prop for her to sit on and support her so I could get good photos of her face.  When I found this pattern for Amy Butler’s Honey Bun Pouf, I knew it was the perfect prop to make.  Bean bags are great for newborns and supported sitters (5-7 mo. olds).  It helps you, the photographer, to position them comfortably so you can capture them in the happiest mood possible.  :)  I wanted the colors in the photos to match the colors in her nursery so everything would match and pop when I put my finished product up in her room.  Amy Butler had the perfect decorator fabric in the colors I wanted.  You can find them here at TheFabricFarm on Etsy.  This is a great sewing project to start whether you’re a beginner or a pro.  The directions can be a little confusing so I created this tutorial to walk you through it.  All the specific details and steps are found in Amy Butler’s pattern here.  I highly recommend trying this pouf out!  When you’re finished, email me your photos!  I’d love to see your unique pouf!