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This pattern to make a pincushion doll in two variations was designed by Janet C. Brandt and published in the November 1984 issue of Doll Reader magazine. The doll could also be made up as a child's toy. No size is given for the dolls, but they look like they would make up at about 6" tall. The body is made in five or six segments to give it the rounded shape. The facial features are embroidered. Two examples are given as to how they could be finished, but there are many possibilities with these dolls. My main concern with the pattern is there is no method given for weighting the bottom so that the dolls would stand up straight, but it doesn't seem like it would be too difficult to figure that out. This is a cute pattern for a sewing room doll that could use up scraps of felt, fabrics and trims, and be decorated in many ways. Copyright 2015 by Zendelle Bouchard
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A round up of free pincushion sewing patterns and free pincushion sewing tutorials -- learn how to make a pincushion with these easy ideas!
Inspired by the "Hate Has No Home Here" sign, here's a simple pattern for a sweet little appliqued heart flag mini quilt. Use reproduction and/or patriotic fabrics for a vintage look. A little bit of hand quilting will give it a primitive touch. Easy applique directions included. Instructions for a small flag pincushion or bowl filler also included. These make sweet little items to place around the home and stitch up quickly. Finished size: 9 1/2" x 9 1/2". Pincushion measures 3 1/4" square. Quilt hanger NOT included. Note: This is a PATTERN only, not a finished product.
When making a pincushion for yourself, one of the most important things for you to consider your pincushion stuffing. Pros & Cons of each option.
Hello Stitchers! I have a scrappy secret, but I think it's one that a lot of us share—a lot of times when I need a little snippet of fabric, when I *should* reach for my scrap basket—I pull a brand new piece of fabric off the shelf instead. Shhhh—I won't tell! However, I am trying to break that habit, and hope that I might help inspire you to do the same! I challenged myself to make something using ONLY scraps from previous projects, and I came up with these super scrappy pinnies! I've written up a tutorial so you can make some, too! Let's get stitching! Herringbone Pincushion Tutorial Materials (2) Muslin, cotton voile, or solid quilting cotton rectangles for foundation piecing 2-1/2" x 7-1/2" (1) Backing fabric (linen or quilting cotton) 4-1/2" x 7-1/2" Lots of quilting cotton scraps 1/2" to 3/4" wide x 4-1/2" long (4) Quilting cotton scraps 1-1/2" to 2" wide x 4" long for ends (2) 100% Cotton quilt batting 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" Machine piecing and quilting thread or other 100% cotton thread Crushed walnut shells (affiliate link) or other weighted pincushion fill Hand quilting thread to finish the pincushion Tools Sewing machine, cutting mat, rotary cutter, quilting ruler, erasable fabric pen, iron and ironing board, chopstick or other tool for turning corners, hand sewing needle, small funnel, spoon Terms Right side: the side of the fabric with the design printed on it RST: Right sides together Instructions 1. Place the foundation piecing rectangles side by side as shown. Using a quilting ruler and pencil or erasable fabric pen, draw a 30 degree line on the left-hand piece, and a 30 degree line going the opposite direction on the right-hand piece, somewhere around the middle. The lines do not need to line up since we’re keeping this scrappy! 2. Place a quilting cotton strip along one of the lines, right side up. Place another quilting cotton strip RST on top of the first strip, matching the long sides along the line. The ends should overhang the sides of the foundation rectangle. Sew the strips together with a 1/8” seam allowance. Press the top strip open. If your machine doesn’t like sewing such a narrow seam allowance, then use one that is slightly wider—we don’t want those pieces pulling apart! 3. Continue adding strips in this way until you have covered the end of the foundation material, then sew strips to the other side of your first strip to finish it. Use wide strips for the last corners of the patchwork, mine are about 2”—remember that you will lose a bit of fabric in the seam allowances so it’s okay if they’re a bit wider than the other strips. A few tips: * It helps to do a few stitches beyond the sides of the foundation material, you’ll get a cleaner fold when you press the strips open. Backstitch right on the edges of the foundation rectangle. * I did not repeat very many fabrics because I didn’t want to accidentally have the same fabrics next to each other! * I mixed up the widths between 1/2" and 3/4” for an extra scrappy look. 4. Turn over the patchwork panels and trim to the original 2-1/2” x 7-1/2” size. 5. Place the two patchwork panels RST and sew them together along one long edge with a 1/4" seam allowance, backstitching on both ends of the seam. Open up the panel and press the seam allowance open. 6. Place the patchwork panel on a piece of batting and press*. Secure with a couple of pins if necessary. With your quilting ruler and erasable fabric pen, draw quilt lines following the herringbone pattern, spaced 1/2” apart or as desired. Quilt the panel. I used a walking foot and a stitch length of 3.0, with cream colored thread. 7. Place your linen or print backing fabric on a piece of batting and secure with pins if necessary*. Quilt as desired. Trim and square the quilted pieces, making sure they are the same size. * I do not use backing fabric underneath the quilt batting—omitting it helps reduce the bulkiness of the seam allowances. 8. Place the top and bottom pincushion pieces RST, secure with pins, and sew around the outer edge with a 1/4" seam allowance, leaving a 2” space on one long side for turning and stuffing. 9. Trim the corners and turn right side out. Press with an iron, making sure the unsewn edges are turned under neatly. 10. Fill the pincushion with crushed walnut shells or other weighted fill. I used a homemade cardstock funnel and a spoon. Leave just a little bit of space for the fill to move around. Sew the hole closed with little ladder stitches (you can see a photo of this in Step 3 of the Finish section of my house ornament tutorial). If you make these pincushions, be sure to tag me @retro_mama and use the hashtags #herringbonepincushion #retromamapattern and #stitchupyourscraps on Instagram! And a little scrap storage tip: I have tried a few different ways of storing my scraps but my current favorite method is to keep scraps of all the same color, regardless of size, in a zip closure plastic bag. It makes finding the perfect prints for these monochromatic projects so easy! I keep all of the bags on a little cart that I bought at the craft store. What's your favorite way to store scraps? Happy Stitching! Kim
When Carrie gave me kindly a copy of her newest book, my fingers started at once itching. So many cute pincushions - I couldn’t resist to sew some. Come and stroll with me through the book.
Vintage Cup and saucer pincushion with accessories all new fabrics. receive a gift which will always be appreciated. these are genuine vintage cups and saucers. Lovely gift for yourself or for the quilter / sewing enthusiast. great gift idea for newly weds. I use mine all the time,the saucer is so handy. The saucer gives you extra space. Different colours. See photo's for alternatives. Included: buttons / pins / cotton. FREE....Tape measure whilst stocks last. As these are vintage some slight anomalies in the pottery must be accepted, i.e slight crazing..... ( although none in 99% of them ) Silver/ gold : some wear on the gilding.
Happy New Year, friends!I wanted to pop in with this fun little project, in case you are looking for a small sewing finish to jump start your 2018. My mother-in-law taught me and 2 of my sister-in-laws how to make biscornu pincushions, and they were a hit! We made some with less filling [ground wal
On Martha Stewart’s site you can find a complete tutorial for these luscious “Felt Strawberry Pincushions”! These are not Grandmother’s pincushions they so delightful and w…
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100+ easy to sew pincushion patterns. All patterns and projects are free with step by step instructions. Includes animals, food, shapes, and embroidery.
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Cette pelote d'épingles en forme de tortue est parfaite ! Il n'utilise que de très petits morceaux de tissu. Et vous pouvez mélanger et assortir pour créer des looks différents pour votre propre pelote d'épingles unique. La tortue mesure environ 9,5 cm (3 3/4 po.) de longueur de la tête à la queue et 6 cm (2 3/8 po.) de hauteur. Il peut être facilement cousu à la main sans utiliser de machine à coudre. Le document comprend des modèles à grande échelle et des instructions de couture détaillées avec des photos étape par étape.
This free sewing pattern is for a vintage caravan pincushion. Download
Pincushions serve an essential purpose during the sewing and quilting process, and we have 5 Free Pincushion Patterns You'll Love.
I just love the idea of a long, skinny pincushion you can nestle against your sewing machine as you work. So handy as you pull pins! Check out this fantastic free printable pattern from Green Bee Patterns to make your own! Supplies two contrasting fabrics – you won’t need much the usual sewing supplies filler...Read More »
Are you in the mood for a quick and fun sewing project? Would you like to make an "heirloom" for your sewing room? Try my new Sew Sweet Tomato Pincushions PDF sewing pattern! Read on (and stick with m
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Sister Diane at CraftyPod shows us how she stitched up a pincushion and stuffed it with steel wool to make a cushion for sharpening straight pins.
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If you're new to embroidery it can be hard to know where to start. Here are 10 free patterns and projects for beginner embroiderers.
