While browsing a blogring of quilting related sites, I happened upon a blog that showed pincushions made from soda bottlecaps. There were several different styles, and they were all very whimsical. I was so intrigued that I had to give them a try. I was pleased to discover how easy and quick they are to make, and I love that they also are very inexpensive to make. I have made six so far, and think it is likely I will make more as gifts for my quilting friends. 
I have a collection of handmade pincushions, but these are so tiny. As a point of reference, the white eyes on the center ladybug are actually the heads of pins. They are by far the smallest pincushions I have.
2 comments:
These are really fun! So, can you put your finger in the bottle cap opening like a thimbal to have the little pin cushion literally at your fingertips? Or is the bottle cap completely enclosed with the fabric?
No, these are completely covered with fabric. I have been thinking of adding an elastic band to the next batch. That would allow them to be worn on a finger like a ring, making it quite handy.
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