(4" square)
... and this is a pretty embroidered doily from the op shop! ....
..... so I introduced them .....
..... they make a lovely couple.....
.... perfect for next to me in the lounge ....
It's very hard to resist a new pincushion .... especially when it is ultra easy to make....
and using a special treasure
and using a special treasure
I first saw these framed pincushions HERE at Sharon's place... and there is a tutorial HERE at Sew Many Ways.....
Righto, Gotto Go .... I think I'll go wandering some op shops for antique frames - but only after I have visited the other Tuesday Treasures.... why don't you join us today?
34 comments:
That is brilliant Fiona & very pretty. Have to try to store that idea for a later date. Tracee xx
I often wonder what to do with some of the pretty doilies I see. Now I know!! What a great idea.
and a great couple they are too. Very lovely. Hugs,xx.
What a fabulous idea. I think Granny would be impressed.
what a fantastic idea.
It looks great and you have combined two treasures perfectly.
Love what you have done with the doily. Great idea Fiona.
A very practical way to display gorgeous treasures.
Enjoy seeing your perfect match every day.
You have the best ideas. This is fabulous.
What a pretty idea.....shall keep it in mind!
What a great idea,
Gorgeous match. Well done.
Okay...your pesty friend from the states! I hope you do not mind all my questions....we love learning from all over.
This is so sweet and the memories to hold with it! Special! Smile
okay...? The lounge? Now over where you live what room is that to you? Smile...I know you are laughing
I am so happy to learn from all you sweet ladies and it seems each time I read your blog I am blessed by pretty things, learn anew something and share with my family!
Thanks have a great day~
Lori USA
Fantastic idea and so lovely together!
Brilliant idea!!! :)
Lovely stuff, thanks for sharing.
Very clever idea. I have heaps of doilies sitting in my sideboard. Your pincushion looks lovely.
Lovely! I cannot believe how putting the two together makes each one shine more than before.
Oh they are a fabulous pair. Just what the perfect couple should be, each makes the other even better :)
Great idea and a lovely result.
How clever of you Fiona. It looks lovely.
Gorgeous treasure Fiona - I often go looking for old doilies at op shops, but have never seem them used like this Love the idea
They do make a beautiful couple! Such a clever idea!
Such a fantastic idea and also puts your gran's beautiful frame to use too.
What a brilliant idea, great way to combine treasures
What a great idea, Fiona, I love op shop finds, old doilies and pincushions, the lovely silver frame is a wonderful treasure too.
cheers R.
What a great idea.....looks fabulous
Such a lovely momento, I have an embroidered hankie that used to be my Nanny's, I should find a frame to put it in like you have done with the doily. What a great idea thanks for sharing.
Brilliant idea and what a lovely way to honour your treasure!
Bubz....what a wonderful idea...
wow Fiona this looks fantastic you are a clever lady.xx
My dear Fiona you are brilliant - what a darling pincushion!!!!
Your new pincushion is gorgeous, I love how you framed the tree perfectly, hugs Wendy
What a great idea. I love treasures you can use.
Clever...that is a fabulous idea...
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