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DIY sewing tutorial: Patchwork heart pincushion

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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 pieces range from 1 ¼” to 5” square. The example is made in reds and whites, but I’d love to see this in true multi-color scraps. Make one to brighten up your own sewing room, or make one for a sewing friend!  Go to Crafty Staci for her DIY sewing tutorial.

[photo from Crafty Staci]

Looking for more Pincushion patterns? Check out this fun sewing book for making pincushions.

Sewing Pincushions are also called Emery Bag as they contain Emery powder and oxide iron that removes rust from pins and needles. Emery pinch cushions can be bought here. 

Have you read?

Easy Cosmetics Bag Sewing Pattern

The bag is simple, uses very little fabric (about 2/3rds of a fat quarter), has no fussy inside pockets (although you can add your own if you like), and takes me well less than 30 minutes to print the pattern, cut out and sew. But quick and simple doesn’t mean it’s not awesome!

It’s the sort of bag that is versatile enough to be used for lots of applications, not just cosmetics and toiletries. Keep all your pens and pencils in order, use it for a small first aid kit for the car, keep it in your desk at work for a few headache pills and other personal supplies.

Make some for yourself, for gifts or to sell.