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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.....

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27 comments:

  1. AnonymousJune 5, 2015 at 12:41 PM

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

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  2. Outback Crafter - DebraJune 5, 2015 at 1:08 PM

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

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  3. NoelaJune 5, 2015 at 1:40 PM

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

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  4. KERYN BJune 5, 2015 at 2:22 PM

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

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  5. marinaJune 5, 2015 at 3:11 PM

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

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  6. SisbabestitchesJune 5, 2015 at 3:27 PM

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

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  7. FlickenstichlerinJune 5, 2015 at 3:38 PM

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

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  8. kiwikidJune 5, 2015 at 3:44 PM

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

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  9. JaneJune 5, 2015 at 3:59 PM

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

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  10. barb's creationsJune 5, 2015 at 6:03 PM

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

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  11. Queen Of The Armchair aka Dzintra StitcheriesJune 5, 2015 at 6:30 PM

    That is so sweet Fiona!

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  12. SusanJune 5, 2015 at 6:43 PM

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

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  13. Michelle RidgwayJune 5, 2015 at 6:58 PM

    Super cute...love that pincushion!

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  14. KaHollyJune 5, 2015 at 7:01 PM

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

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  15. SheilaJune 5, 2015 at 7:31 PM

    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

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  16. ElyteJune 5, 2015 at 7:42 PM

    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.

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  17. MisteaJune 5, 2015 at 9:05 PM

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

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  18. MariaJune 5, 2015 at 9:52 PM

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

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  19. Sue SAJune 6, 2015 at 6:50 AM

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

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  20. JeanetteJune 6, 2015 at 7:18 AM

    gorgeous pincushion. Hugs,xx

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  21. Allie-oops DesignsJune 6, 2015 at 11:40 AM

    That is just the cutest ever!!!

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  22. Christine MJune 6, 2015 at 1:50 PM

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

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  23. Karen SJune 7, 2015 at 11:06 AM

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

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  24. LinJune 8, 2015 at 8:37 PM

    It's gorgeous - I love that design. xx

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  25. AntheaJune 9, 2015 at 3:53 PM

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

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  26. JenetaJune 10, 2015 at 9:21 PM

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

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  27. Jindi's CottageJune 16, 2015 at 6:30 PM

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

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