I have a lot of pincushions, but they never seem to be within arm’s reach when I need them. A wrist pincushion is very convenient, and easy to make, too! I’ve been on a pincushion kick, and I’m not done quite yet, either! This one is filled with fine steel wool, which is said to keep your needles nice and sharp. You can use regular stuffing, if you prefer.
I’m a sucker for pincushions. I love the little teacup ones A LOT. I love tea, I love sewing, I love tea and sewing combined … You can make these from vintage cups found in an antique store or any fun cup that you find. I bought these inexpensive but cute cups at Marshall’s for $4.99 each. You could go for a solid cup with a really fun fabric print or a very busy cup with a solid print. You could embellish it with ribbons or bows or beads. Go hog wild!
I’ve been on a bit of a pincushion kick, and I’m not close to being done with it. This one tops a mason jar, so it doubles as storage. You can use them as gift — consider a mini sewing kit. Just put some supplies inside the jar. You can use any size of jar that you please. I also classified this under “no-sew” projects because you don’t technically have to use gathering stitches — you could just use a glue gun and fold the fabric over — but I find it gives a better result to use gathering stitches.
These little pincushions are excellent scrap-busters and great little gifts. You can whip up several quite quickly. Use two coordinating fabrics per pincushion. You’ll also need some matching embroidery floss and some embellishments. I used stuff I had in my sewing cabinet — no need to run out and spend money.
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