Pincushions – Sewing

Sea Turtle Pin Cushion & Thread Catcher Sewing Pattern

September 8, 2020 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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. Finished measurements: You can purchase… Read more ...

The Art of Sewing Pin Cushions

May 23, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

For many readers – particularly Americans – all pin cushions are, in essence, tomato replicas. This blog looks into where the tradition of tomato-shaped pin cushions

comes from, and explores the evolution of the pin cushion over time, as… Read more ...

DIY sewing tutorial: Patchwork heart pincushion

April 21, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Do you ever get in the mood to make a scrappy patchwork project, but don’t want to tackle an entire quilt? This little heart-shaped pincushion by Crafty Staci is the perfect solution! It’s also a great scrap buster, as the… Read more ...

DIY sewing tutorial: Adorable strawberry pincushion

March 16, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This strawberry pincushion might very well be the cutest way to store your pins! Vanessa at Tried & True has a tutorial showing how you can make it. The strawberries are easily all made from felt with just a simple… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Pincushion from fabric scraps

December 28, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: Pincushion from fabric scraps

Sew your fabric scraps up into an adorable patchwork pincushion! Petra from Easy Peasy Creative shows how you can make this patchwork pincushion from half-square triangle blocks. It’s a great way to use your scraps to make something useful for… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Patchwork pincushion

December 11, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This patchwork pincushion is a great scrapbusting project that also makes a nice gift for someone who sews. Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how to make this adorable little mini patchwork pincushion. You can use your… Read more ...

Tutorial: Mason jar pincushion and sewing kit

August 17, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

A mason jar becomes a pincushion and sewing kit with this easy tutorial at Make and Takes. The pincushion sits atop the jar, while the jar itself holds small sewing notions you might need. You can make one in a… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Felt flower pincushion

June 26, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Patti from Hearth & Vine shows you how to make a pretty flower pincushion with felt and embroidery thread. They are easy to create and make wonderful handmade gifts! They’re made with all hand sewing (no sewing machine required) so… Read more ...

Tutorial: Upcycled sewing organizer with pincushion

May 19, 2019 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Here’s a cute but functional way to get sewing tools and notions under control using an old kitchen canister and fabric scraps! Borei Designs shows how you how in this tutorial. The jar holds smaller sewing notions, while the under… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Blueberry pincushion

May 15, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This blueberry pincushion by Crafty Staci is a fun twist on the classic tomato pincushion. I don’t know about you, but it has me craving some plump juicy blueberries all of a sudden. She has a tutorial showing how you… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Easy upcycled frame pincushion

March 17, 2019 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Sewing tutorial: Easy upcycled frame pincushion

An old picture frame gets new life as a pretty pincushion for your sewing room! Petro from Easy Peasy Creative has a tutorial showing how to make this pretty and easy project. You can place it flat on your table,… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Mini bunting pincushion

February 26, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: Mini bunting pincushion

These darling pincushions are decorated with itty bitty bunting! Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine has a tutorial showing how to make them. The mini bunting hangs from a couple of pins stuck into the top of the pincushion,… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Patchwork spool pincushion

February 18, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: Patchwork spool pincushion

A little patchwork spool design showcases a favorite print – and also makes a super cute pincushion! Heidi from Fabric Mutt has a tutorial showing how to make one. She used this block to also make a fabric spool table… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Rolled felted wool pincushion

February 14, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: Rolled felted wool pincushion

Becky from Patchwork Posse shows how you can create pretty pincushions from felted wool. It uses long strips of wool so it’s a great project for using scraps of felted wool left over from other projects. They’re super cute when… Read more ...

Tutorial: Cuff bracelet pincushion

December 13, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This cuff bracelet pincushion by Evelyn Wood is genius! Fashionable and practical, and also easy to make! The cuff slides over your wrist and stays in place, no elastic that binds or itches at your wrist! Watch her YouTube video… Read more ...

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