Pincushions are a necessity in any sewing workspace. And they’re often a fun and rewarding sewing project, as well. Here at Havel’s Sewing, we’ve collected our favorite pincushion projects from around the web. Feel inspired? You can buy the pattern for a few of these beauties, check out the Flickr tutorials, or click on the picture to go directly to free directions. Pretty up your sewing space with a practical place for your pins.
Take a look through this inspiring little book from the “Pretty Little” series from Lark Publications. How About Orange? featured a little mushroom from this book a few days ago. The Flickr tutorial walks you through the steps. Click on the picture to buy the book.
Pretty Little Pincushions
We can’t resist this cactus pincushion made by Megan from Crafty Intentions. Your pins are the prickly points on this imaginative pincushion. Although we couldn’t find a pattern, you can purchase other plush items through her Etsy store.
Cactus pincushion from Megan at Crafty Intentions
Doesn’t this cupcake pincushion make your mouth water? We think it would make a great birthday gift for the sewist in your life. Or from the sewist in your life! The pattern is available at The Calico Cat.
Cupcake Pincushion Pattern from The Calico Cat
This dainty teacup and saucer pincushion is as elegant as it is useful. And a great way to repurpose never-used china! Invite other crafy ladies over for tea and teacup pincushion assembly. Click on the photo to go to the free pattern from Tipnut.
The Flower Pot Pincushion from The Long Thread offers an invaluable way to use some of your larger fabric remnants. We like this particular project for its flexibility in size and materials. Make one for your workroom and never lose a pin again.
Flower Pot Pincushion from The Long Thread
What do you think of the wristlet pincushions for projects while you roam? This wearable wrist pincushion from Planet June is as useful as it easy appealing. Click on the pic to go to the instructions.
One for Your Wrist from Planet June
Anna Maria Horner has a wonderful free pattern for a Wildflower Pincushion from Better Homes & Gardens. Use her fabulous fabric for a wild and wonderful burst of color in your sewing room.
Wild Flower Pincushion by Anna Maria Horner
For more pincushion projects, check out this list from Tipnut of 60 Free Pincushion Patterns. Craftershock has a wonderful post on 9 Precious Pincushions that will awaken your crafty ambitions.