Book Pin-Cushion

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I made this for the 2025 Winter Book Swap. I found the pattern charming, and since my partner does embroidery, I thought she could use it!
I searched my stash and found (what I think) is the perfect fabric for it.

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I used the rest of this fabric on a purse many moons ago. I was so happy that the girl fit so perfectly.

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I sewed little lines on the side part of the fabric to give it the look of pages.

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and used the instructions on a fabric for a hideous cut-n-sew vest from way back in the 80’s for the text inside. I have no idea why I kept that fabric. LOL!

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To keep the pins from going through, I laminated chipboard and slipped it between the “pages” and the back cover.

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Since I bought the pattern, I figured I would make a few more for STS this year.

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I love this so much!!!

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Such a thoughtful project! Your attention to detail shows the love and effort you put into it. Everything from the fabric to the stitching of the pages is fabulous!

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Absolutely gorgeous! You found the perfect fabric and it’s so harmonious and lovely. The book page stitch detail is that extra little something that makes it even better. I’ll definitely be looking forward to similar pin cushions in STS!

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I love it!

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This is not only really great looking, but also so thoughtfully made for practicality. NICE!

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Thanks @Bunny1kenobi @AIMR @Tapestry @madebyBeaG @TheMistressT

I forgot to mention that I also put rice in it for weight.

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This is so pretty! The fabric worked out well; that girl is just right for the cover. Love that you used the cut n sew instructions for the book text!

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Omgggg this is such an awesome pin cushion! I’m jealous! The fabric is perfect and I love that you used that instruction fabric! So well made!

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That fabric is so cool! What a great idea for a pincushion!

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Cute!

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You’ve got several excellent fabric choices going on there!

How tall is it? My first thought would be that I’d end up sticking pins in the top & bottom so the cover will still close. :thinking:

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The ribbon keeps it closed. Its about 3 1/2 x 4" (2" thick). The cover seems to stay closed without the ribbon too. The bottom has a laminated piece of chipboard slid between the cover and “pages” so the pins won’t go through it and stab anyone.

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:sewing_needle::sewing_needle::sewing_needle: Congrats! Your beautiful project is featured this week! :sewing_needle::sewing_needle::sewing_needle:

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Well-made, unique and pretty!

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I LOVE this! The way that cover fabric is framed makes it feel like it was customized specifically for this project. I really like how you sewed the book page lines and the text on the inside is such a great touch! Your attention to the details really elevates this entire project.

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This is so cool! The girl fits so perfectly!

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It’s all mine!!! I love it so much.

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Where did you get the pattern? Does the seller have other, unique patterns?

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Patchwork Pottery on Etsy.

Thanks everyone!

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