Unique Pin Cushions

Yep - it is official, I am just not a consistent blogger.  

I guess we will just have to take baby steps!

I want to share a fun project I did - handmade pin cushions.  

I have taken a salt shaker and filled it with vintage inspired materials such as old buttons, threads, and pearls.

Then, with batting, felt, and lace, I created a "cushion" to place on the top of the shaker.

This allows pins to be kept together while also having a piece of art that you can keep out even 

when you are not sewing!

I used a novelty lace to create more visual interest, but still allows the pins to be pushed through.

With this one, I used a bigger jar and filled it with an old photo, buttons, measuring tape,

and other unique items.

I used a embossed felt for the cushion and twine to secure it down.