Wednesday 16 November 2011

A pincushion finish!

I can finally show a finish tonight!  I have made a couple of pincushions as gifts, one is for Clare at Craftlady in Kiwiland.  Clare was lovely enough to offer to make me something so I suggested we did a swap instead so I could also make her a gift and we decided on pincushions.  The one I made her has arrived safely so I can show you ...
Petit Amour Pincushions - Lisa Pyke of Cubby House Crafts in the Homespun Magazine Vol 12.9
The back view with a little pocket for scissors.
I made a second one for an aunt as I am visiting her this Saturday.  As many of you know my mother died in August so my family have been trying to do more with Dad, who of course is lonely after losing his wife of 51 years.  So, my aunt is Dad's half sister and she lives in Raetihi which is about a three hour drive from where we are in Hamilton and we have only made the trip once in very sad circumstances when my aunt's husband died.  I am really looking forward to the day for a number of reasons:  it will be a lovely day for Dad; four of my family are going - Dad, my eldest sister and her husband, and me which means I get to 'wag' (i.e. have a day off!!), and my aunt is the only member in my close family or extended family who loves to quilt!!  To be honest, I think that is the point I am most excited about!!  I am looking forward to seeing what she is working on and I hope she will love her new pincushion.
Wow, two posts in two days, that's pretty good for me!
Happy stitching, Wendy

16 comments:

  1. I love the pincushions. They are very nice. Have a nice day with your aunt.

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  2. Love the pincushions and I hope you have a lovely time with family.

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  3. They look great! I like the idea of the scissor pouch on the back.

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  4. Such beautiful pin cushions. Well done.

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  5. What great pincushions. What a good idea to put pockets in the back for your scissors.

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  6. | love pincushions and the one you've made are adorable. Lovely idea to make a scissors pocket.

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  7. Beautiful pincushions! Have a wonderful trip and have fun chatting about quilting! :)

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  8. Have a great trip - I'm sure your Aunt will love the pin cushion and that Clare will also love her's...they have turned out beautifully.

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  9. your pincushions are gorgeous! Hope you have a wonderful time catching up with your Aunt, sounds like you will have lots in common already. It will be special for your dad too.

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  10. They are so pretty and sweet. I am sure your Aunt will love hers. Enjoy your time together.

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  11. Lovely pincushions I am sure your Aunty is going to love it! Enjoy your day!

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  12. Love your pincushions! the pocket is a great idea!

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  13. Enjoy the day out with family,sounds like it will be extra special. Your pincushions look divine.
    Happy days.
    Bev.xoxo

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  14. wendy i am sure your Aunt will love her pin cushion and have a great time with your family.xo

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  15. Wendy, your pincushions are just lovely.. So glad that you are getting to do the family trip..

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  16. Oh your pincushions are gorgeous and love your fabric choice! Thank you for letting me know that you made them!
    It so great to get together with a family member that shares your love for crafts!
    Lisa

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