Hand-pieced pincushion
At Brown Owls last night we took three hours to do by hand what would have taken half an hour by machine. A completely hand-pieced patchwork pincushion!
Kirsty planned this lovely little project for us. Despite my initial scepticism regarding hand-piecing, I have to admit that not only was it very satisfying to get something finished in just one evening (well, except for sewing on the buttons) but it was also strangely satisfying to piece by hand! The fabrics on the front were some that I won from Ravenhill a little while ago.
The fabric on the back is from the Birdseed range by Alexander Henry. Thanks again to Pip and Kirsty for a delightful evening.
Thanks also to everyone who left me such lovely birthday wishes – I got a real buzz from reading your messages! My husband bought me this gorgeous clock by Betty Jo for my birthday – I’ve always wanted a cat, but hubby is allergic to them – so this is the closest that I will get to my own feline.
Your cushion looks absolutely beautiful Lara. Wonderful! The clock is super cute.
Clever husband! He’s been paying attention, hasn’t he!
I love your pincushion. I’ve been hand sewing a quilt for three years now (have two years to finish it) and it is very satisfying.
Lovely choice of fabric, Lara – and bravo for having the patience to sit and sew by hand. I’m astounded by hand-quilters tenacity and dedication to a project.
BTW – have you got your pattern testing boots on…? Let us know when you’ve time to whip up a purse (on a SEWING MACHINE!).
They both are so cute and well worth the hard work!
Love the pincushion, what kind of hand-stitch did you use? I hand-stitched a tiny dolls quilt years ago and remember getting immense satisfaction from making it. How fun that you can get together with other crafters.
Love your clock lara, Very attentive Hubby you have there! Your handpiecing is so neat !
Oooh, I love this little project. I was hoping to get a spot for Monday night, but never mind – next time 🙂
ooooo, I would love to try one of these,
are they just 6 sided, with 6 triangles, like it looks?
or are the triangle pieces shaped or curved?
this is just the way to spend little scraps!
I love your pincushion and choice of fabrics. My first quilt was handpieced and it was very rewarding.
I love your little Pin cushions… such sweet little things… Have started my third row on Hexagons tonight… Thanks for the nice comments on my blog…