Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Pin It - Another Creative Blog Hop


The first few pictures capture my previous pin cushion creations.  None of them are original ideas. I am a great tutorial follower and pattern user. Not a creative person by nature. This year I have been trying a bit harder to be creative.



Thanks to Kaaren Johnstonhttp://thepaintedquilt.blogspot.com for the stitchery pattern I used for this pin cushion.   The pattern fully surrounds the shape.  Mine measures in at about 3 x 5 inches. Her pattern and tutorial were spot on.



This one is a modified version of something I saw on the internet. The original had the ribbon sewn into the pin cushion.  After several attempts I settled on a real ribbon, I think it turned out a lot nicer than the original.

Amanda Jean over at   http://crazymomquilts.blogspot.com/2013/06/mini-9-patch-pin-cushion-tutorial.html posted  a tutorial for these adorable little pin cushions.



She did note that they were addicting.


And she was correct.  The finished pin cushion is 3 1/2 inches square.  The 9 patch is 1 1/2 inch square.  Sew easy, sew quick. 

So for this hop I stepped out of my comfort zone and decided on making something out of my head.



 I needed to start somewhere.  Scary isn't it.

After several tries I did come up with a sweet snowman.
Just like people, his vest covers his figure flaws.
  

I really enjoyed making him his matching hat and scarf


I really hated sticking pins in him.   


Pretty sure in the long run he will end up on a shelf with the" pretty" ones.


I have discovered over time that I like a pin cushion with depth.  I have several pin cushions in use currently and I stab myself from the bottom on a regular basis when I pick them up.


 So for this pin cushion I went for the gusto.  It is a 4 inch cube. each side is a different traditional quilt block.
                                                   I'm really gonna love sticking pins in her.




I stuff my pin cushions with fiber fill.  I thought of using the crushed pecans but I've seen Tink attack a stuffed toy and I really don't want to think how far flung crushed pecans can go in a doggie mishap.




Now it's time to Thank the 2 gals that have made this hop happen, Madame Samm and Kristen, our wonderful and devoted cheerleaders. 
Great job ladies.

Also noteworthy are all of the ladies who have taken the time to create pin cushions for your enjoyment.  Here is a listing of all of us. Please stop by and visit and if you have the time leave a note, it makes our day. 

Thank you for stopping by.

September 10
Selina Quilts (you are here)
September 11
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98 comments:

  1. RegenaSeptember 10, 2013 at 12:24 AM

    I tend to be a pattern follower myself....great job!

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  2. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2013 at 12:24 AM

    OMG!!! You raised your pin cushion bar!!!
    I love your Snowman It's sew Selina!! And you even crocheted a hat and scarf for him! WOW!! YEAH!!! And to use the four blocks in a square Deep cushion clever, clever, clever.
    You rock girlfriend!!
    June - NJ

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  3. Kristen KingSeptember 10, 2013 at 12:28 AM

    Great job!! (I love to follow patterns too, but then make them my own). Your snowman is adorable and your cube is fantastic! :)

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  4. Vroomans' QuiltsSeptember 10, 2013 at 12:32 AM

    It's fine to follow a tutorial or pattern - but you did challenge yourself just wonderfully. Yes, Mr. Snowman deserves to sit with the 'cute' ones. I love the idea of the cube to use a block pattern on all sides - like a child's play cube - hey, we deserve one of those too!!

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  5. VickieSeptember 10, 2013 at 12:42 AM

    Your cube is awesome and looks like it would take a mathematician to make it ! You are a creative person for sure..Have a great day !

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  6. Judy BSeptember 10, 2013 at 12:44 AM

    Love all of your pin cushions, but your snowman is my favorite! Thank you for sharing.

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  7. The Thimblemouse of Country CrossroadsSeptember 10, 2013 at 12:50 AM

    Love your snowman...I don't think I could stick pins in him either...and his crocheted accesories...too much!!! The CUBE is fantastic...you found your creative calling!!!

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  8. JeannekeSeptember 10, 2013 at 1:58 AM

    The snowman is adorable, too cute to put your pins in, and the cube is awesome!
    Cheers,

    Jeanneke.

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  9. CorinaSeptember 10, 2013 at 2:33 AM

    nice cube, sweet snowman, and I love the first one, with the embroidery!

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  10. Judy1522September 10, 2013 at 3:09 AM

    Don't feel bad about being a pattern follower, there are many of us like you. Anyway, if someone wasn't following the patterns what would be the point for anyone to create them. Your pincushions turned out beautiful and that snowman is adorable.

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  11. GinginiSeptember 10, 2013 at 3:10 AM

    They're all very creative! Love the Crazy mom ones, but the cute little snowman is the cutest! :D

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  12. Britt-IngerSeptember 10, 2013 at 3:11 AM

    Thanks for sharing all your lovely pincushions. My favorite is the cute snow man. He is adorable.Thanks for sharing your creativity and being part of this hop

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  13. cuckiSeptember 10, 2013 at 3:41 AM

    They all so pretty x

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  14. Sunshine GirlSeptember 10, 2013 at 4:25 AM

    They are great - love the snowman. Thanks for sharing.

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  15. KarinSeptember 10, 2013 at 4:58 AM

    I love your snowman pincushion. Great hat did you made for him.

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  16. charlotteSeptember 10, 2013 at 5:04 AM

    Very cute. Love the snowman.

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  17. ThearicaSeptember 10, 2013 at 5:17 AM

    Your snowman is adorable! His scarf and hat are so tiny... such fun!

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  18. ShariSeptember 10, 2013 at 5:27 AM

    Great work, love your snowman!

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  19. gpcSeptember 10, 2013 at 5:49 AM

    Love your pin cushions! LOVE the scarecrow one -- I won one of those back in the day and use it every day! :) And I adore your little snowman! Sweet.

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  20. MOMENTS DesignsSeptember 10, 2013 at 5:57 AM

    Their all lovely but i especially like the halloween strawberry ...super cute !

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  21. ElsSeptember 10, 2013 at 6:06 AM

    Cute collection!!

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  22. DebbySeptember 10, 2013 at 6:07 AM

    Love them all. Very clever to use a small quilt block on each side of that cushion. And the snowman is so cute - hard to think of stabbing him with pins. Better keep him on the shelf with the pretty ones!

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  23. Marjorie's Busy CornerSeptember 10, 2013 at 7:03 AM

    very nice pin cushions Selina

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  24. DeborahGunSeptember 10, 2013 at 7:03 AM

    fun! And obviously addictive!

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  25. Elizabeth CoughlinSeptember 10, 2013 at 7:10 AM

    Your snowman is wonderful, and I adore the embroidered one!

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  26. MartinaSeptember 10, 2013 at 7:29 AM

    Lovely, all of them, but the snowman is absolutely cute!

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  27. SparkySeptember 10, 2013 at 7:35 AM

    ok, seasonal pin cushion and block..love those...strawberry very pretty

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  28. JeanieSeptember 10, 2013 at 7:53 AM

    Your pincushions are wonderful. I often follow a pattern too, but also like to make up my own. Your snowman is just as cute as can be in his dapper little outfit! He deserves a special spot so that he can be admired. Great job on everything!

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  29. Siouxzq64@gmail.comSeptember 10, 2013 at 8:56 AM

    Great pincushions. We all follow patterns or get ideas after reading one. The snowman is super cute, and the big square one is a great idea.

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  30. Kathy @ Kwilty PleasuresSeptember 10, 2013 at 8:59 AM

    Thanks for sharing your designs.

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  31. baukjeSeptember 10, 2013 at 9:04 AM

    What a great idea that snowman but the last ones are my favorites.

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  32. Needled MomSeptember 10, 2013 at 9:18 AM

    Sooo cute. I love your little snowman! Great job.

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  33. Connie Kresin CampbellSeptember 10, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    What neat pincushions and I can see why you wouldn't want to stuff yours with shells...better to be safe.

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  34. Heidi [Banks of Frog Creek]September 10, 2013 at 10:07 AM

    Love the cube of quilt blocks! Very creative :)

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  35. LaurelSeptember 10, 2013 at 10:26 AM

    my favorite is the cube - what a great idea!

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  36. Carol SwiftSeptember 10, 2013 at 10:29 AM

    Your pincushions are so cute...I love them all! Your stitching is adorable and that snowman turned out just fine. I'm rethinking using those shells after visualizing what my dogs do to stuffed animals. It would be quite a mess!

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  37. legato1958September 10, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    I love your pincushions... That cube is an awesome idea! I hate getting jabbed by the bottom of the pincushion, too.
    Well done on your snowman,too. I love that you made his outfit!

    Susie

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  38. MargaretSeptember 10, 2013 at 10:35 AM

    I love your little snowman and I would hate to put pins him too. I do so love snowmen. Thanks for sharing

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  39. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2013 at 10:41 AM

    Hey, your snowman shows that you ARE very creative, so don't hide yourself and design more of these little cushions!!! But please, wait with the snow, I am not ready now to put on warm clothes, LOL

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  40. MarySeptember 10, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    Great job on your pincushion. Love the big block. Thank you for sharing.

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  41. Daryl @ Patchouli Moon StudioSeptember 10, 2013 at 11:09 AM

    Nice assortment of pincushions. I like your snowman with the hat and scarf, so cute.

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  42. TuridSeptember 10, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    Love your story about the cube pincushion.

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  43. JokeSeptember 10, 2013 at 11:27 AM

    Great idea, a pincushion snowman! I, like you, know what it is with comfort zones and following tutorials. Very brave to step out of your comfort zone!

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  44. Heleen GrootSeptember 10, 2013 at 11:29 AM

    Loved your pincushions! All of them. And I do think you are very creative. Just look at your snowman and your block pincushion. Adorable.I do have a little tip to share. Place a piece of plastic inside at the bottom of your pincushion. It helps to hold the shape....but more importantly it stops those pins from poking through!

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  45. Kathy HSeptember 10, 2013 at 11:31 AM

    Cute pin cushions and I agree that a thicker one is better. My skinny ones have the pins coming out of the bottom too. Thanks for sharing yours.

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  46. Rebeckah AustinSeptember 10, 2013 at 11:34 AM

    I love the little pillow versions and the block was cool!

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  47. Quilting TangentSeptember 10, 2013 at 11:34 AM

    I like your quilt pillow and cube pincushions.

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  48. Cherry's Prairie PrimitivesSeptember 10, 2013 at 11:39 AM

    love all your beautiful pincushions!!

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  49. LindaSeptember 10, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    Your pin cushions are all so pretty! Great job!

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  50. TammySeptember 10, 2013 at 12:13 PM

    What a great assortment of pin cushions. You have done a superb job with them.

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  51. LeahSeptember 10, 2013 at 12:14 PM

    I like your snowman. He has character. :) I agree with you on pincushions with depth. I too don't like being poked from the bottom. Your cube is perfect.

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  52. Deb@asimplelifequiltsSeptember 10, 2013 at 12:48 PM

    Adorable pincushions... those tiny 9 patches caught my eye! Thanks for including the link.

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  53. Amy DeCesareSeptember 10, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    So cute - all of them, but those little 9-patches are my favorites. :0)

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  54. SheilaSeptember 10, 2013 at 1:14 PM

    Your pincushions are great , the nine patch also caught my eye , terrific job , thanks for sharing .

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  55. Terry@ a quilting blogSeptember 10, 2013 at 1:15 PM

    Cute pincushions...love your snowman!!! Thanks for sharing :)

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  56. LouSeptember 10, 2013 at 1:29 PM

    Sweet pincushions! Love the hand emb one:)

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  57. JeannaSeptember 10, 2013 at 1:54 PM

    Your snowman pincushion is too precious...I don't think I could stick him either!

    The cube is a perfect solution for keeping the ends safely tucked away!

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  58. AmySeptember 10, 2013 at 1:54 PM

    Lovely little pin cushions. My favorite is the snowman. Sew cute.

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  59. StitchesSeptember 10, 2013 at 2:06 PM

    Your pincushions are all very nice..I like the Snowman's hat and scarf, very festive..

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  60. LeslieSeptember 10, 2013 at 2:12 PM

    It is so hard to stop at just one.

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  61. DebiSeptember 10, 2013 at 2:56 PM

    Great pin cushions. Your block pin cushion is wonderful and you said you weren't creative--not at all so. Thanks for sharing them all.

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  62. krislovesfabricSeptember 10, 2013 at 3:10 PM

    I am in love with that snow guy's hat!!

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  63. PaulineSeptember 10, 2013 at 3:18 PM

    Very cute pin cushions, thanks for sharing!

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  64. DeAnna September 10, 2013 at 3:56 PM

    Your snowman came out cute! Thanks for the tutorial links.

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  65. KaHollySeptember 10, 2013 at 4:06 PM

    So many pretties!! Love, love, love them all!

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  66. evelynSeptember 10, 2013 at 4:24 PM

    Yep I could't stick pins in that cute snowman either! I can see how the tiny ones would be addictive. Your 4 inch cube with different quilt blocks is my favorite. Great idea.

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  67. Bente-I like to QuiltBlogSeptember 10, 2013 at 4:30 PM

    Beautiful pincushions!
    Thanks for sharing, this hop is so funny and I love pincushions ☺

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  68. SheliaSeptember 10, 2013 at 5:18 PM

    Great job and you are creative! Thanks for all of the inspiration.
    Happy quilting,
    Shelia

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  69. SueSeptember 10, 2013 at 6:11 PM

    Wonderful pincushions! Just looking at the snowman makes me want to sing, Walking in a Winter Wonderland!!!

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  70. Pieced Brain Quilt DesignsSeptember 10, 2013 at 7:11 PM

    They are beautiful! Now the picture of a dog having a field day with a pincushion is stuck in my mind! :-)

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  71. JanaramaSeptember 10, 2013 at 8:16 PM

    Very pretty pin cushions. I love the little snowman.

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  72. MarcySeptember 10, 2013 at 8:23 PM

    Amazing strawberry pincushion. Such a beauty. I like all of them!!!

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  73. janSeptember 10, 2013 at 8:30 PM

    I love your Snowman and his hat and matching scarf. You really put alot of work into making him. Thank you for sharing.
    xo jan@sewandsowfarm

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  74. maggieSeptember 10, 2013 at 9:11 PM

    Love the pincushions. I really love the embroidered one.
    cheers
    maggie

    maggiemine42@gmail.com

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  75. AudreySeptember 10, 2013 at 9:14 PM

    Your little snowman is super cute. I agree with pincushions with depth. The only thing worse than having pins fall to the floor is getting stabbed by one. Thanks for sharing.

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  76. pinsandneedlesSeptember 10, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    Love your cute snowman! Too cute! Thanks for sharing

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  77. CarlaSeptember 10, 2013 at 9:53 PM

    Very nice pin cushions. I like both the snow man and the cube equally. Thank you for sharing your creative talents. Great ideas.

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  78. LJSeptember 10, 2013 at 10:02 PM

    Ha! I, too, hate sticking pins into a cushion that looks anything like a person. Maybe it's that voodoo thing!! I loved the small strawberry shaped cushion with the beautiful hand stitching - just gorgeous.

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  79. Sarah CraigSeptember 10, 2013 at 10:18 PM

    I like your cube - I too am a fan of a big solid pincushion. You would love the way the crushed walnut shells feel in the pincushion - and I bet they would vacuum up pretty easily if the dog got it. They are tiny, like sand.

    I love your snowman too - but he reminds me of the Small Potatoes that are on the Disney channel! Emmy loves them, dances along when they sing!

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  80. CharlotteTSeptember 10, 2013 at 11:05 PM

    Loved all your projects! Very nice work!

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  81. Tami CSeptember 10, 2013 at 11:05 PM

    I'm thinking about using rice in the next pin cushion I make.

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  82. CreateologySeptember 10, 2013 at 11:17 PM

    Fun and fabulous pincushions. One can never have too many. Great hop...

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  83. LydsfireSeptember 10, 2013 at 11:27 PM

    Nice work!

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  84. CindySeptember 10, 2013 at 11:30 PM

    You were busy! Lots of cute ones.

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  85. Jane's QuiltingSeptember 10, 2013 at 11:52 PM

    All so adorable, I can sure see why you didn't want to put pins in your Santa. He is so cute.

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  86. FignieSeptember 11, 2013 at 12:57 AM

    They are beautiful! I want to try a cube one now ... mm the possibilities!

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  87. SuzeSeptember 11, 2013 at 1:45 AM

    I adore your pin cushions. I completely agree with you about the virtues of having a "thick" pin cushion. I get a tad miffed when I pick up a pin cushion and get attacked by the pins. It sort of puts a damper of wanting to sew. I love that you made a great useful size. I love all you pin cushions. They are inviting. I started to say I especially like the embroidered one - I like all of them, it's just a little more unique to me. I hope you are feeling better after your surgery and you are amazing to participate and inspire me. I saw the blocks you made to help make quilts for cancer patients - I'm a breast cancer survivor. Thanks for doing that - some one will be richly blessed - thanks to your efforts.

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  88. RobinSeptember 11, 2013 at 6:01 AM

    That cube is great but that snowman takes the cake! Not creative my eye! You did an awesome job making up that snowman!

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  89. GillSeptember 11, 2013 at 9:40 AM

    Thank you for sharing your lovely pincushions! My favourite is the snowman!

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  90. Just Quilt ItSeptember 11, 2013 at 11:52 AM

    Great pincushions. I especially like the large cube--it can hold, oh so many pins. Great work!

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  91. Just Quilt ItSeptember 11, 2013 at 11:53 AM

    Great pincushions. I especially like the large cube--it can hold, oh so many pins. Great work!

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  92. Susie September 11, 2013 at 4:39 PM

    Love the snowman he looks so cute. Susie x

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  93. Emily CSeptember 11, 2013 at 9:16 PM

    Love the snowman, i wouldn't put pins in him either.

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  94. CalicojoanSeptember 12, 2013 at 7:15 PM

    How fun all all these!

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  95. MicheleSeptember 13, 2013 at 6:14 AM

    Nice, nice!

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  96. Linda CSeptember 14, 2013 at 7:11 PM

    All your pincushions are wonderful but that snowman is adorable. I think I would feel as so I was poking a voodoo doll putting a pin in him. I love your "go for the gusto" one made from quilt blocks though! Now that is a PIN cushion!

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  97. DebraKay NeimanSeptember 15, 2013 at 2:37 PM

    Love the quilt block square

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  98. carlaSeptember 16, 2013 at 12:17 AM

    Hi!!! Wow!!! I love your snowman!!! Too cute!!! Your little squares are adorable too!!!!

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