Exploring scale on crochet making: how about those tiny pin cushion? cute, no?
A lavender sachet doesn't have to be a specific size or shape. These little sachets are a triangle. They even have a little ribbon loop so you can hook it onto something or grab it easy.
I used to think that sachets were kind of silly and useless, along the lines of crocheted toilet…
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Welcome to finish it up Friday! My first finish for today is quite exciting to me, mainly because I've had the supplies for so long. It is one of those projects that should have been quick and easy, but finding that hour or so to get it done took a few years. (Yes, years!) I was in Duluth at Hannah Johnson Fabrics about two years ago. The owner, Janet, sold the chalkboard fabric to me, and she threw in the frames for free. The frames had been sitting, unused, in HER basement for a few years prior to my visit. I think she had intended to use them for something similar to this, but never got around to it. The frames were already painted these lovely colors, which was a bonus! A few weeks ago, I had my husband help me cut down thin backer boards (to stabilize the chalkboard fabric) and last night, my two younger kiddos and I finally assembled them. The kids helped pound in the nails (to secure the backer boards into the frames) and they thought that was the best thing ever. Well, second to actually using the chalkboards. They had such a blast trying it out! I had to chuckle that they immediately started doing math problems....gotta love that! This one will be for the kids, and the other one will be for me. I'm so excited to have this project complete! Each of the frames are about 32" x 41".....nice and large for long to-do lists. Ha! I recently purchased a brand new bag of this...which means I have enough filling to make about 100 more pincushions. My husband is not amused. I, on the other hand, am thrilled! :) I was playing with scraps this week and got sidetracked from my original project. I end up with this tiny block of patchwork, which is about 5'' square! Each of those strips finish at about 1/2''. Teeny, tiny and oh-so-cute! Quilted pincushions are a great way to use up those long skinny strips of leftover batting. It's fabulous! This one might be my new favorite! It reminds me of my kids' tiny Lego pieces. I'm smitten by these seriously tiny (and bright) pieces!!! This is scrap project # 128! It's been awhile since I showed my "candy dish" of pincushions. It's steadily growing...and it could be classified as a situation at this point. But, I'm good with that! Here's to 100 more! :) Now it's your turn! Please link up your finishes for the week. Thanks for joining me for finish it up Friday!
Bold fabrics, bright buttons, and colorful ribbon elevate a practical pincushion to new heights.
One of my favourite projects last year was designing and working on a set of pin cushions for the Quilt Fabric Delights Pincushion of the Month Club: Those of you in the club will have received my pattern by now....
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A lavender sachet doesn't have to be a specific size or shape. These little sachets are a triangle. They even have a little ribbon loop so you can hook it onto something or grab it easy.
Exploring scale on crochet making: how about those tiny pin cushion? cute, no?
All Patterns Are Brand New From The Designer or Manufacturer! Summer Pears Pin Cushions Hand Embroidery & Stitchery Pattern From Crabapple Hill Studio NEW, Please See Item Description and Pictures For More Info! Two sweet pears to stitch! A different flower is represented on each of the six sides. They can be used as pincushions or just pretty "whatnots"! Cute! Finished size: 9" inch See Pictures for additional information.
The last couple of years we've gotten spring chickens. It's a wonderful time of year to do that. But I added chicks in the fall a...
Designing and making the things I love using fabric, felt, threads, buttons and trims.
When you are a sewer or quilter, there usually is an abundance of needles and pins involved. Normally, a quilter also owns a pin cushion or two or three to keep the needles and pins SAFE when in use. There are several `horror`stories of those `stray` needles and pins being found in precarious places! Well, in 2009 I was on a mission, that is a 'needle and pin' mission. Firstly, I signed up for a pin cushion swap. This was so exciting for me. I found a tutorial on the Internet to make my pin cushion to exchange, however the first sample I made was too large and looked more like a pillow than a pin cushion. My partner was in Australia and I finally posted her pin cushion, however I will probably never know if the pin cushion I made her arrived safely or not as she never responded to my email address or posted any confirmation on her blog. After participating in the 'swap', I made several MORE pin cushions. As I was browsing on the Internet, I noticed a really neat pin cushion KIT on a favorite BLOG site I follow. The pin cushion design really motivated me to contact the blogger. I was elated when I received a reply there was one kit remaining. I purchased the kit immediately. Actually, I also ordered the pin cushion that was already made (just in case I never did make up the kit). Well, when I received the kit, I immediately went to work and here is the result. Once I sewed the panels together and stuffed my pin cushion, I started finishing the seams and embellished, my favorite job. I worked, or I should say 'played' as I enjoyed making this pin cushion very much. I enjoyed the summer breezes as I completed this pin cushion. Of course this was done during the summer as my gazebo is currently full of snow. The burgundy flowers are spider roses made by using perl cotton instead of silk ribbon. Leaves are embroidered feather stitch. I used lace with little hearts to trim one seam then stitched with the herringbone stitch. Then I made another pin cushion and here is the result of number two. When I had collected more candle sticks and other miscellaneous items with intentions of making more. I even found some wonderful China tea cups and creamers which will make beautiful pin cushions such as the lovely one Pat displays on her blog. Pin cushion swaps are becoming a favorite with bloggers and Flickr members. Our '2010 tea and Coffee Group' are presently doing a Pin Cushion Swap and I am looking forward to seeing all the different pin cushion ideas they exchange. There are DOZENS of wonderful sites displaying different tutorials for making pin cushions HERE: - SWEETHEART PIN CUSHION TUTORIAL If you do make one, feel free to share with us by adding a picture to the Happy Together Flickr Group. - 60 FREE PIN CUSHION PATTERNS AND TUTORIALS Enjoy viewing all the pin cushions or TRY your creativity today..ENJOY. Oh, if you wish to post your photo here, please contact me by leaving a comment in my comment space. I almost forgot to include a photo of the lovely pin cushion I received from Carla. I will cherish this forever as I can appreciate all Carla's work.
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Sew up a fun sea turtle pin cushion and thread catcher. The thread catcher buttons to the bottom of the turtle. Leave the button off and the turtle can be a small toy as well. The turtle measures 7" in length.
The trees haven’t even bloomed yet, and my spring calendar is full: a trip to…
Exploring scale on crochet making: how about those tiny pin cushion? cute, no?
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Pas de panique! Ce message ne sera pas un manuel scientifique pour créer un nouveau champignon transgénique. Quoique! Récemment, en trainant sur Pinterest (c'est un lieu de perdition où je peux passer des heures), j'ai découvert ces adorables petits...
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How to make a cross stitch humbug! A traditional finishing technique to play with and make some unique ornaments and pin cushions as gifts or for yourself!
Mouse Pincushion Video Tutorial
My addiction to making log cabin pincushions is back, and it's a bad one again! I've shown so many, maybe too many pincushions on this bl...
Quick & easy Lucky Chicken Pattern in Pyramid / Tetrahedron shape. Perfect to sew as ornament, pincushion, doorstop, bean bag, potpourri sachet & paper weight.
The trees haven’t even bloomed yet, and my spring calendar is full: a trip to…
If you can sew a straight line these DIY lavender sachets are just the project for you. Easy to whip up party favors with that handmade touch.
I used to think that sachets were kind of silly and useless, along the lines of crocheted toilet…
Felt Applique Pincushions or Sachets tutorial from WeAllSew
Don’t you just love cute little pincushions? I think they’re so fun to make up and you can never have enough cute places to hold your pins and needles. They make such great gifts too! Today I’ve rounded up some of my favorite pincushions to show off – I have so many of these on ... Read More about 15 + Super Cute DIY Pincushions
This simple Sprocket Pincushion Tutorial from Sedef of Down Grapvine Lane uses a clever half square triangle short cut to make the perfect circle pincushion easy!
I was really looking forward to this weekend which is almost over now. I had a sewing project in mind and yes, stuffed owl. The word in Japanese for owl is fukuro, and it contains the word fuku, lu…
