Friday, June 5, 2015

Pincushion

I showed you here my lovely pincushion I got from Susan.... and a mention today that mine hadn't been seen reminded me to post about mine...

... well you know the deal with these swaps is that to get one you also make one and send that off... and my partner was the lovely Elyte....


It's a design by Natalie Bird


a little mouse on a cotton reel looking after things in pockets.


.. and another mouse smelling the flowers and a ladybird


and a needlecase ... and hexagons...


... and a scissor pocket...


.. she has thought of everything in this nifty not very little pincushion... and I loved adding little bits to it like bee buttons and threads etc....

The main fabrics I used were Lynette Anderson and beautiful wool felt and added some extra pieces for the hexagons...

It was so fun to make and Elyte has said she loves it and that's the main thing isn't it....

Thanks Susan for hosting this fun swap.... there have been a bunch of fantastic and all different pincushions made...

Righto, Gotto Go.. there's a weekend to prepare for... woohoooo.....

27 comments:

Anonymous said...

wow Fiona its gorgeous,no wonder Elyte was happy its so cute,lovely swap Fiona.xx

Outback Crafter - Debra said...

It is lovely. It is a sewing caddy and pincushion all in one.

Noela said...

Lovely pin cushion Fiona. hugs......

KERYN B said...

Really gorgeous Fiona, love the fabric you used very pretty.

marina said...

gorgeous pin cushion!
not just because it has hexies either..
have a great weekend, hope it isn't just spent cleaning!

Sisbabestitches said...

It's an adorable pin cushion Fiona! Love the fabrics and little bits, such a clever nifty design :)

Flickenstichlerin said...

Dear Fiona,
you made a cute pincushion, wonderful pattern and nicely made.
Greetings,
Sylvia

kiwikid said...

That is beautiful Fiona...anyone would be rapt to get that in a swap!! Love all the little bits on it!

Jane said...

This was worth the wait, it's gorgeous. Love it!

barb's creations said...

It's beautiful as well as practical and I'm sure Elyte loved it I know I would have :) Barb.

Queen Of The Armchair aka Dzintra Stitcheries said...

That is so sweet Fiona!

Susan said...

Absolutely adorable. Love all the details on this one, useful and beautiful!

Michelle Ridgway said...

Super cute...love that pincushion!

KaHolly said...

Just adorable! One can't have enough cute pincushions, and this one takes center stage!

Sheila said...

I love it Fiona , what a fantastic pattern and you have made it your own design with the extras , Elyte must be thrilled . Hugs Sheila

Elyte said...

Yes I luuuuuuurved my lovely pin cushion and I am sorry that I haven't posted yet. Such attention to detail, so many little surprises to be found. It has been put to work straight away and performing beautifully. Thanks again Fiona, I love it and I assure you that it is being used.

Mistea said...

This is gorgeous. Love the colours and the functionality of this pin cushion.
Lucky Elyte.

Maria said...

Beautiful Fiona.. Such a fun pincushion to put together.

Sue SA said...

What a cute but practical pin cushion, love the idea of having a wee pocket for scissors!

Jeanette said...

gorgeous pincushion. Hugs,xx

Allie-oops Designs said...

That is just the cutest ever!!!

Christine M said...

Your pin cushion is just beautiful, Fiona. Lucky Elyte!

Karen S said...

This is such a fun pin cushion. It looks wonderful.

Lin said...

It's gorgeous - I love that design. xx

Anthea said...

Wow Fiona, great job - love it! - you're right, not only is it cute but it's practical too!

Jeneta said...

Oh my goodness Fiona! That pincushion is absolutely beautiful!!

Jindi's Cottage said...

Love it...a lot...so cute and useful...

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