Does one ever have too many pin cushions? I think not, here is one featured on Flamingo Toes, a creative blog! All of my swatchaholics will be delighted to know that this project can be completed with a few larger swatches and a small assortment of notions.
Supplies Needed:
Swatch for door/window curtain
2 buttons (I grabbed mine from a bag o’ buttons)
5″ of ric rac or other decorative trim
Coordinating embroidery thread
Cut out side panels, I added 1/4″ seam allowance.
Cut out a gusset of 3″ by 16″. Stitch swatches together to achieve length.
- Using pattern, cut out windows, wheel wells, and door as well as ric rac for the window shade.
Glue ric rac to window shade and then trim the fabric below.
Ater adding the curtain to the window, place and embroider all pieces on to the side panels. I added a french knot to the door for a handle, and the window for a drawstring. I also embroidered “Off you sew” to the caravan’s side. HINT: Use the pattern to help with placement of pieces.
Stich gusset into the round, I added the bolo cord in the seam for a ‘trailer hitch’.
Set in the gusset and stitch around the edges, 1/4″ seam allowance.
This is what the inside will look like once you add the first gusset.
Once you have attached both side panels to the gusset (remember to leave an opening to turn), turn and sew the buttons on for the tires.
Stuff your pincushion with the fiberfil, the more compact the better as you may even want to insert a piece of card stock at the top to bring stability to the pins. Close seam with a ladder stitch.
Now you can sew on-the-go with your travel ready pin cushion! Happy travels!
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Hi Valerie Wyatt, it is wonderful method, I liked it. I am also planning to make this type of pattern it’s really amazing thing. Thanks for share with us excellent techniques.
Thanks..!!
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