Cupcake Pin Cushions

When I decided to take up sewing, I thought first of my Grandma, the handiest, thriftiest woman I know.   She said I should get a basic Singer sewing machine, so off to the store I went and came home with my first machine.  I’ve still never made anything other than pillows and curtains, but my Grandma encourages me.  Look at the adorable cupcake pin cushion she sent me- so sweet!  Using it reminds me of her and I love that feeling.

She also sent me this handy pin cushion/scrap pail.  The pin cushion is filled with sand so it keeps the pail from falling off the sewing table.  I adore the fabric- precious little flowers on a lively green background.  

My Grandma and I don’t live close, so these tangible gifts help me feel near to her.  And she reads my blog daily- looking mainly looking for pictures of James:)

If you’d like to try making your own pin cushion, for yourself or a friend, you can check out the tomato pin cushion tutorial via Martha Stewart.

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Hi! I’m Megan, mom to a thoughtful teenager and spunky young girl. We call Houston home and recently moved into our dream home. I traded my lawyer hat to become a full-time blogger in 2010. I love sharing my passion for affordable fashion, home decor, organization, & fitness to help inspire you to take care of you!

9 Comments

  1. So sweet! Or should I say, "sew" sweet. My Granny taught me how to sew as well and was always creating something unique just like yours. I was just telling hubby I think it is becoming a lost art now that most schools do not off Home Ec classes anymore. It really is a shame.

  2. Love this post! Such a special bond between a grandmother and her grand children(believe me I know first hand)! So glad to see people of your generation sewing, it is becoming a "dying art"!

  3. Oh, that is so sweet. How wonderful to have such a supportive and encouraging grandma. I agree with Simply LKJ. . . total lost art. Let's bring it back, girls!

  4. That cupcake pink cushion is so sweet and cheerful! Aren't Grandmas amazing women! I miss mine. She sewed like crazy, did home canning of fruits and preserves, needlepoint, embroidery, etc. I agree with Simply LKJ and Courtney….it is becoming a lost art. You have a wonderful Grandma Megan!

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