A Pincushion from Vivi Gade Design Fabric

1.   Print the template, which is available as a separate PDF file for this idea. Cut out and draw onto the design fabric x 2.

2.   Place the two pieces of fabric, outer side against outer side. Attach a pin in each corner of the the upper piece of fabric and attach these pins onto the lower piece of fabric; between the corners.

3.   Sew the two pieces of fabric together on the sewing machine. Loosen the foot of the sewing machine when sewing the corners, but leave the needle in the fabric. This makes it easier to turn the fabric. Leave one side open.

4.   Turn the fabric inside out and fill the pincushion with polyester stuffing. Sew the opening together by hand.

5.   Using a needle and thread, sew a decorative design button onto each side of the pincushion.

Another variant   -

Another variant   A large pouf.

8   Cover: Cut 2 x 4 designs/colours of fabric measuring 30 x 30cm. The inner bag: Cut 8 pieces of linen, each measuring 30 x 30cm. Sew the parts together following the same procedure as for the pincushion. Fill the inner bag with polystyrene pellets before sewing it together completely. Place it inside the cover and decorate with a button.

Template   -