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Easy Pin Cushions
December 17th, 2008I have been trying to think of a creative stocking stuffer that I could make this year and give to all my sisters. We all like to sew in one form or another so I thought I could try making pin cushions. What once was a simple gift idea quickly became an obsession. I started out with one pattern that didn’t give me the clean crisp look I was going for so my search continued. After several failed attempts I stumbled on this perfectly easy tutorial on WipUp. Below are pictures of my process and finished pin cushions.
These really don’t require much fabric so I suggest using fabric quarters; you can make quite a few out of just one swatch. I liked mine on the smaller side so I cut my circles to 3 inches.
Ready for stockings!!!
December 17th, 2008 at 11:17 am
This is such a good idea. I love that they can be any fabric you want and any size. What a wonderful hand made gift!
December 17th, 2008 at 11:17 am
I really hope I get one for Christmas…
December 18th, 2008 at 11:29 am
Such a cute idea…I think I am going to make a giant one with 10 inch circles! I am wondering about how to make the fabric covered button. I hope I don’t need to buy a button maker! Can you tell me how you made yours? Thanks
Laurel
December 22nd, 2008 at 12:55 am
i love this pin cushion! thanks for the tutorial
i can’t wait to get started!
December 30th, 2008 at 4:33 pm
I love these! I am definitely going to make one. If I have any trouble, I know where to find you
April 9th, 2009 at 1:48 pm
So, I know I’m a bit late to leave a comment on such an old post but I recently found your blog and am so fond of what I’ve read so far that I decided to digg around in your archives. So glad I did what a fun pin cushion project! I’ve got enough scraps around already that I think I’ll make a few this weekend. Thanks so much for sharing!