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FREE DIY Project Crafted
SPACES
™ TEACUP PINCUSHION
by
Yvette-Michelle Cottle Darby
www.crafted-spaces.blogspot.com
Crafted
SPACES
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Yvette-Michelle Cottle Darby
DIY Project: Teacup Pincushion
A pincushion is a handy thing for any sewer. They can come in many forms, but why not have
fun and save an old teacup from the landfill. This simple project is easy and fun to create and
will make a great gift too. You will need a teacup or other small container, fabric, felt (optional),
stuffing, needle, thread, scissors, hot glue gun and glue stick. You can also add a flower, ribbon,
braiding or other embellishments to your project. The circle template can also be adjusted
depending on the size of your container.
Instructions:
1. Cut your fabric using circle template as guide
2. Using needle and thread pass a running stitch
approximately ½” from the edge all around the circle
3. Pulling thread form into a bowl shape and fill with
stuffing
4. Pull thread tightly into centre and stitch in place
5. Place additional stuffing into teacup to desired height
6. Place glue around the edge and some at the base of
stuffed fabric
7. Set in teacup and press down in place
8. Embellish as desired
Step 2
Enjoy!
Step 4
Step 8
FREE DIY Project compliments of Crafted Spaces
www.crafted-spaces.blogspot.com
This project is presented by Verona Collections – Crafted Spaces™
Illustrations © 2010 Yvette-Michelle Cottle Darby for Crafted Spaces
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Template: DIY Project: Teacup Pincushion
Teacup
Pincushion
Cut 1
Fabric & Felt
Actual Size
FREE DIY Project compliments of Crafted Spaces
www.crafted-spaces.blogspot.com
This project is presented by Verona Collections – Crafted Spaces™
Illustrations © 2010 Yvette-Michelle Cottle Darby for Crafted Spaces