Tuesday, March 1, 2011

saucer cushion--ARROW CABINETS HOP

WELCOME to all of you who are joining me from the ARROW CABINETS blog-pin cushion HOP. 

I hope you enjoy my pin cushion project.  after viewing my project, be sure and hop over to http://www.alwaysexpectmoore.com/ and check out Carolinas blog and projects.  shes a fabulous crafter!

 

***updated pics and post to link to "made by me" parties ***

last weekend i saw these at target and had an immediate craftin idea.    im thinking they are suppose to be dipping bowls???  see the angle?  well, for a measly $1.84 i made myself a...........


...................PIN CUSHION!


see how it tilts forward?  perfect for the sewing table.  they are small, so they sit nicely near your machine and projects. 

i dug through some old scrappin' stuff and found a daisy embellishment for the second one.  i can see a million exciting and different ways to make these.  you could put some scrappin letters on the side with the word PIN, maybe some ribbon along the edge, or how about some fun pom-pom fringe? 

all i did was make a fabric circle a few inches bigger than the bowl.  hand stitched around the edge of the fabric, pulling the thread.  then stuff it with polyfil.  once it is full enough, pull the thread very tight and close it by sewing the hole closed by hand, tie it off with knots.  then i hot glued it into the saucer.  DONE.  that simple :)



possibilities----endless.
hours of fun---priceless.

linked to:

Tip Junkie handmade projects
sew many ways


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35 comments:

  1. Teresa F.March 1, 2011 at 11:04 PM

    Fantastic. Your idea is absolutely great. The pincushions look spectacular.

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  2. SuedioMarch 2, 2011 at 12:59 AM

    Don't you just love it when you take something plain and make just how you want it? Great job - well done. And thanks for sharing.

    Regards, Sue

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  3. CatMarch 2, 2011 at 5:03 AM

    Great ides. Thanks for sharing. Hugs

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  4. KttycatMarch 2, 2011 at 5:16 AM

    Thats a cute idea! Now for a trip to Target to see if I can get a couple!

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  5. AngieMarch 2, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    *grabs her purse and RUNS the car to get to Target*

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  6. PinkGrannyMarch 2, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    Great idea! There will be a run on Target for these.

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  7. PoppyprintMarch 2, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Go for the pompoms!!!

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  8. megMarch 2, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Be careful--it's addictive! After I made a pincushion from a thrift store bowl, I began to 'see' pincushions in all kinds of knick-knacks. I've made a bunch but still have two tubs under my bed of 'finds' waiting to be pincushions! My general rule is not to spend more than a dollar but if it calls you then it must be made!

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  9. Quilt Doodle DesignsMarch 3, 2011 at 5:33 AM

    I love it! I need to run to Target! The pincushion is adorable! Thank you for sharing this wonderful idea...

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  10. AnonymousMarch 5, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    Oh I'm wishing the nearest Target wasn't a 20 mile drive away. Those are really cute. Love the owl fabric.

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  11. JamieMarch 5, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    Great idea! I like the pompom idea, too!

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  12. UnknownMarch 22, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    Amazing idea! I love it when people see something and make it come true. I would have looked at that bowl and said... weird. But you saw something so different. Good JOB!

    Buffie
    http://scrappingwithbuffie.blogspot.com/

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  13. Beginning QuiltingMarch 23, 2011 at 1:16 AM

    These are adorable saucer cusions! It's indeed a great idea that you used the little bowls in making all of these. You're such an inspiration. Keep up the good work! :)

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  14. The Sunflower PatchMarch 31, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    Your pincushions turned out so nice. Thank you for sharing!

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  15. @prilApril 1, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    Very cute. I love how the bowl in naturally tilted. I saw you on Sew Darn Crafty by Sew Many Ways.

    Today is my blog's first linky party. Feel free to join: http://koolbeenz-blog.blogspot.com/search/label/Funky%20Fresh%20Fridays.

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  16. CarolinaMay 15, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Awesome job! I was so super excited when I saw I'd be following you on the hop! I've got my pincushion post up now, if you'd like to go see. :)

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  17. AnnetteMay 16, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    The angle of the bowl is perfect for a pincushion! Great idea!

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  18. AnonymousMay 16, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    Such a great idea, I love how the bowl tilts forward. Thanks!
    SharonA

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  19. TurnedgypsyMay 16, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    so fun looking at all the different pin cushions..you did great

    Chris
    mcwooten1999@carolina.rr.com

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  20. AnneMay 16, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    I love how it tips, but does not tumble!

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  21. MaryW-KansasMay 16, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    I'll be running to Target to see if I can find a bowl like this!!

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  22. Mandy @HKCHICMay 16, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    soooo cute! love them!!!!

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  23. Cyndi SMay 16, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Very cute. Great idea.
    cstephenson at q dot com

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  24. klulessMay 16, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    I love the fabric you chose, it turned out very cute!

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  25. Heather ChaulkMay 16, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    This has all the requirements for what I would be looking for in a pincushion. First and foremost the easy reach of the pincushion at a good height,second stability and stay-ability of the pincushion when in use and third a pleasing appearance. This pincushion offers all three. Thumbs up for this pincushion :)

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  26. chastityMay 17, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Beautiful you did a great job!

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  27. saraMay 17, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    a great way to use a cup! Love it!

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  28. BeckyMay 17, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    Too cute! Must go to Targhet!

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  29. AnonymousMay 18, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    cute pincushion! I like the fact that it is bigger than most, and will hold more pins!


    Karla Schroeder

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  30. Judy EMay 18, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    I just love the little bowl and what a great idea for a pincushion.

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  31. Wanda PMay 18, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Nice idea with the bowl. Cute pin cushion.

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  32. MulticrafterAmyMay 19, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Great idea for a pin cushion! Love it.

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  33. Kimberly NMay 19, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Very cute! I like the little bowls you found for the cushion!

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  34. Kd BrownMay 20, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    What a cute idea! Wonderful.

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  35. ChumkieJanuary 26, 2013 at 3:46 AM

    Love your creativity...this is one of the cutest pincushions, ever!

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