Pretty Pincushion Patterns to Make and Give
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These cute pincushion patterns make adorable gifts!
A pretty pincushion makes a great craft project for adults and children.
In fact, pincushion patterns are ideal for a beginner sewing project that can be as quick and easy as you like. Or you can challenge your skills by taking on a more demanding project with plenty of detail.
When you're done, you have a cute gift ready to give to a favorite female relative or friend. Perfect as a stocking stuffer or a Mothers Day gift, or even just to say Thanks!
Pin cushions are also economical, as they can be made from scraps of pretty fabric, from felt (making them a great craft project for the kids), or even from crochet yarn. Read on to find out how to make a pincushion and discover free patterns.
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Intro image by ginapina, shared on Flickr under Creative Commons license.
Pretty Little Pincushions
Pretty Little Pincushions (Pretty Little Series)
Amazon Price: $7.49 (as of 06/04/2012)
This book is packed with almost 30 colorful pincushion projects. From vintage to modern, make pretty items using ribbons, felted knits, even bottle caps. Contains clear instructions, illustrations and photographs.
Making Fabulous Pincushions
Making Fabulous Pincushions: 93 Designs For Spectacular & Unusual Projects
Amazon Price: $39.94 (as of 06/04/2012)
Used Price: $11.99
An amazing 93 pincushion projects fill this book - there's something for everyone! Although this is an older book, it is worth looking out for a used copy.
Pincushions for Every Occasion
#5291 Pincushions for Every Occasion
Amazon Price: $12.50 (as of 06/04/2012)
This book contains a collection of sewing accessory projects, from pincushions to sewing kit pockets and chatelaines, in a variety of fun shapes.
Cute Chicken!
This funky chicken was made by flickr user normanack in a pretty striped fabric, using a pattern by Megan Speckmann.
Fruit Salad Pattern
McCall's Patterns M5868 Sachets, Pin Cushions and Magnets, One Size Only
Amazon Price: $2.98 (as of 06/04/2012)
Pattern for making pincushions and magnets too in delicious cake shapes. This is an official McCall's pattern and includes the patterns for sweet little petit fours, a variety of pretty cakes, cupcakes and cake slices providing a total of 6 different cake styles to make in the fabric of your choice.
Red Pear
Fruit shaped cushions are fresh and fun. This one was photographed by The Shopping Sherpa and shared on flickr.
Free Fruit Pincushion Patterns
- Make a Pear Pincushion
- Now I know I have a thing for cute pears... but you have to agree, this pear pincushion is adorable with its stalk and leaves!
- Make an Apple Pincushion
- Why not make the apple to go with your pear... or just because (like Eve) you can't resist apples! The author says this one is more forgiving than the pear.
- Make a Strawberry Pincushion
- These strawberries are all so sweet and are made from fabric and ribbon. You probably won't stop at just one.
- Make a Tomato Pincushion
- Yes, I still find it strange too to think that the tomato is a fruit. But it is, so let's not worry about it. No pincushion page would be complete in any case without the classic tomato pincushion! These ones are from Martha Stewart.
- Make More Tomato Pincushions!
- Maybe you're not a Martha Stewart fan, or would prefer a different look for your tomato? I love the choice of fabrics in this tutorial from The Painted Quilt.
Don't drop those pins!
Free Flower Pincushion Patterns
- Make Tea Cup Flower Pincushions
- These blooms are so beautiful you won't even need to go into the garden! They don't sit in a tea cup - you just need it for drawing perfect circles.
- Make a Flower Pin Cushion and a Scissor Holder
- This colorful flower has a matching holder for your scissors - great for getting organized.
- Make a Funky Flower Pincushion Box
- This clever design makes a flower pincushion-topped box that is sure to appeal. The author recommends it for craft stalls but you might just want to keep yours!
- Make Wild Flower PIncushions
- These little flowers are so cheerful, they will brighten up everyone's day!
Pretty and practical
This pretty pincushion is also a sewing caddy - perfect for keeping everything in one place. Created and photographed by *Vintage Fairytale* on flickr.
Free Vintage Pincushion Patterns
- Make a Vintage Teacup Pincushion
- Very pretty and easy to make, this vintage pincushion will be just your cup of tea!
- Make a Vintage Yo-Yo Pincushion
- Turn back the years with this pincushion project for a touch of vintage chic.
- Make a Vintage Pincusion Sachet
- This 1940s pattern makes an elegant pincushion by combining muslin with a stylish crochet mesh cover.
- Make a Victorian Vintage Pincushion
- If you love Victoriana, these instructions will help you create a tall and unusual pincushion from a glass candlestick and some styrofoam.
Slice of Cake Pattern
Taylor Made Designs Patterns-Slice Of Cake Pincushion
Amazon Price: (as of 06/04/2012)
How delicious is this slice of cake? Make it a big one - no calories involved. (Measures approximately 5"x 3 1/2" tall. Includes instructions, diagrams and paper pattern.)
Crochet a donut - just add colored pins!
Isn't this crochet donut pincushion a delight? I found it on flickr, where it was created and shared by FillyjonkKnitter on flickr. Perfect for your prettiest ball-headed pins.
Free Cupcake Pincushion Patterns
- Cupcake PIn Cushions from Old Sweaters
- These pretty cupcakes can be made from recycled sweaters and form both cupcake and case.
- Cupcake in a Teacup Pin Cushions
- Or why not combine your cupcakes with pretty china teacups for a cushion with a touch of class.
- Fabric Cupcake Pin Cushions
- You can also make your cupcake cushions for pieces of pretty fabric and then place it in a cupcake case. Just add colorful pins!
- Admire this Gorgeous Cupcake Pin Cushion!
- No instructions, but you may well be inspired to whip up your own creation after seeing this delight from Whimsy by Victoria.
- Make Felt Cupcake Pincushions
- A clever crafter shares her step by step images of making felt cupcake pincushions.
How to Make a Pincushion Video
Easy craft projects to make yourself
A Pumpkin!
Perfect Halloween Sewing Project
A pumpkin pincushion would make a cute Halloween gift! This image was shared by jenly on Flickr and was her first sewing project.
Free Halloween Cushion Ideas
Pincushions with a Halloween Theme!
- Pumpkin Pincushion
- Isn't this little felt pumpkin adorable? A step by step photo guide shows you how to make it yourself.
- How To Make A Fabric Pumpkin Pincushion | Simple Sewing Projects
- If you log in to (or join) Simple Sewing Projects you can discover how to make a pretty fabric pumpkin pincushion.
- Zombie Pincushion!
- If pumpkins are too cute for you, you will love this clever zombie pincushion idea! Talk about unique!
Festive Fabrics are Fun!
Make a Christmas Themed Pincushion
Use pretty Christmas fabrics to create your festive pincushions. This photo by lisaclarke shared on Flickr under Creative Commons licence.
Free Christmas Pincushion Craft Projects
Holiday Themes for Pin Cushions
- FREE Snowman Finger Pincushion * Embroidery Garden
- Create a snowman pincushion to sit on your finger while you sew, keeping those pesky pins close at hand! Has a red ribbon scarf and sweet embroidered face.
- Christmas themed pin cushion.
- In festive colors this pincushion is a perfect holiday craft project. This one is decorated with gold braid, miniature pine cones and holly berries!
- Gingerbread Man Doll
- This pattern is for a doll but is just the right size to use as a pincushion -- if you don't mind it looking slightly voodoo!
- Free Xmas Tree Pin Cushion Pattern
- This adorable Christmas Tree with a star on top makes a lovely pincushion. Get the pattern free from Connecting Threads!
Who else is making one of these?
Find out what's being said in the blogosphere!
- Primitive art fair June 2
- She said among the artisans will be Jim Young, who makes birdhouses, and Dawn Grant, who makes wood creations, including garden benches. Joyce Uftring will be offering wool and cotton primitive folk art dolls, pin cushions, collectible owls and ...
- City shop's motto: Where nothing is ordinary
- Repeat customers know Chantiles for her best sellers - baby booties, felt brooches and unique pin cushions. Terrariums and items made from recycled metals are also popular. "One thing that makes us stand out is everything is homemade.
- Craftwork explosion: Spinning a beautiful yarn
- Delights include making felt birds, an Albert toy, cloth dolls, fabric stamped pin cushions and a zip pouch. Have a boring cardy lying around at the back of the wardrobe? Then get it - and yourself - to the Lace Race: An Upcycled Cardigan class where ...
- Youngsters taking a stitch in time
- ?Always make sure at the start and at the end you use this backward button. That's how you do the knot. ... It's like when you're sewing by hand. Without the knot it would just go through.? All the while, de Mesa gently instructs or observes or answers ...
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Happy Sewing!
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The Handmade Marketplace: How to Sell Your Crafts Locally, Globally, and On-Line
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This top-rated book available from Amazon.com guides you through the process of selling your crafts. It includes advice on setting the price, where to sell, and how to market your work.
Amazon reviewers love both the adorable design of The Handmade Marketplace: How to Sell Your Crafts Locally, Globally, and On-Line
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michaelannn
May 20, 2012 @ 12:10 am | delete
- Love the donut pincushion idea! As a sewer myself I'm always looking for cute ways to keep from stabbing myself with my pins... Haha!
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FashionMommy
May 18, 2012 @ 12:41 pm | delete
- Great lens. These are really nice, creative pincushions especially the donut one.
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KayeSI May 16, 2012 @ 12:29 am | delete
- What cute ideas! Wouldn't these make fun and, from the looks of it, easy crafts for all of us boomers and seniors to share with our grandkids! Thanks for the terrific ideas.
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ItayasDesigns
May 14, 2012 @ 12:42 pm | delete
- Wonderful collection of pincushions! Great article. :)
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JoyfulReviewer
Apr 24, 2012 @ 11:51 am | delete
- Had no idea pin cushions could be so cute and creative ... I grew up with a plain ol' red tomato pin cushion. Really liked the crocheted donut ... the colorful ball pins look like sprinkles. Also liked the shiny ivory pumpkin. Thanks for compiling this resource. ~~Blessed~~
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YayasHome
Apr 13, 2012 @ 2:43 am | delete
- I have a friend whose favorite holiday is Halloween. I think I will make the pumpkin pincushion for her. These are great.
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KathyMcGraw
Apr 2, 2012 @ 1:10 am | delete
- Cute...and if they would have had these fun pincushions when I was young, I might have actually liked sewing :) I liked the Pear :)
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bechand
Apr 1, 2012 @ 1:03 pm | delete
- I like the funky chicken!
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bejeezers Feb 8, 2012 @ 4:52 pm | delete
- I particularly liked the red pear pincushion.
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jimmyworldstar
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- I like the pear idea, I just want to know what exactly a pincushion is used for.
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- Pretty Little Pincushions
- Making Fabulous Pincushions
- Pincushions for Every Occasion
- Cute Chicken!
- Fruit Salad Pattern
- Red Pear
- Free Fruit Pincushion Patterns
- Free Flower Pincushion Patterns
- Pretty and practical
- Free Vintage Pincushion Patterns
- Slice of Cake Pattern
- Crochet a donut - just add colored pins!
- Free Cupcake Pincushion Patterns
- How to Make a Pincushion Video
- Free Halloween Cushion Ideas
- Free Christmas Pincushion Craft Projects
- Find Pincushion Patterns on eBay
- Perfect Fabrics for Small Sewing Projects
- Pssst! Are You Ready to Sell Your Crafts?
- More Sweet Pin Cushion and Sewing Themed Items
- Which is your favorite pincushion design?
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