I picked up a couple of little vintage tins recently at a flea market and finally decided what to do with them – I crafted them into pincushions! Here’s how I did it...First I cut out a 6” circle of fabric
Then I hand stitched around the edge of the fabric circle, making a knot at one end of the thread so that I could gather the fabric into a bowl shape, leaving an opening. I didn’t tie off the thread and left it hanging from the needle.
Next I stuffed the “bowl” with batting…
…and stitched the cushion closed.
I then glued the cushion to the tin and viola!
My completed pincushion. I think it’s pretty cute and have been using it for a couple of days now – it’s very practical.
So, really, what's the point of a pincushion and can't we just keep our pins in the boxes we bought them in? Well sure, but why not find a unique and whimscial way to display and keep our pins handy? Although I made my pincushion just for fun, I found a couple of crafters who are making them for sale. Check out this pretty little creation from Liz at www.etsy.com/shop/RecycleRabbit. I love this little chicky!
And here's another darling handmade pincushion designed and handcrafted by Beth at www.etsy.com/shop/BethsBagz. It's Alice in Wonderland and it's delightful!
DON’T FORGET to leave a comment about last week’s blog, “Why I Wear a Shower Cap” and you’ll automatically be entered for the drawing to win the Retro Revival Pretty Purses shower cap. I will draw the winner next Monday, January 18th. Thank you to Debby Girvan, Susan, BB, Shandell’s, Nat, Donna K, Just Mimi, and Anonymous for your comments; I’ve enjoyed reading every one of them. Good luck everyone!
3 comments:
Oh what a lovely idea! Your pin cuhsion is darling!~~~XXOO, Beth
This is soooo cute! You are so creative and I love your blog!
Georgia
I love it! I SO want to be creative. I am at times, but great little treats like these just never pop into my head! Good Job!
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