This time last year I had no sewing machine and I didn't know how to sew. Now I have my machine and am slowly teaching myself the basics. I am getting there. Now it is time for something pretty for all my little pins.
- I used a small vintage ornate frame [ I had bought this on Ebay for a few dollars].
- After taking the frame apart I spray painted it white.
- Using some padding and a vintage embroidered doiley I put the frame back together to create a 'cushion' in the middle for my pins.
- Trim off excess round the back of the frame.
that's about the sweetest, prettiest thing i've seen in some time! :) i would love having it out on any little table for display, it's too pretty to hide away in a sewing basket!
ReplyDeleteSimone, always beautiful ideas.
ReplyDeleteYou inspire me!
Kisses, Lu Espejo
cute!!
ReplyDeleteThat's so pretty Simone - what a great idea!
ReplyDeleteHappy sewing
Kerri x
That's gorgeous! I want to make one! :)
ReplyDeleteoh how I loove this!! It's completely adorable! I just came over to your blog from Wicker and Stitch....so happy to find you and can't wait to look around :)
ReplyDeleteTracey
I love, love, love this Simone!! I have a few embroidered doilies that were my Nan's and I have been wondering what to do with them. This is just perfect! You are so clever, thank you so much for sharing. I hope you have a wonderful weekend ~ Tina xx
ReplyDeleteAdorable!! Must make one right this minute!!
ReplyDeleteI really dont need another pin cushion, but it will look good with my sewing collectables.
Happy sewing!
Sue
OMG
ReplyDeleteHow cute!
This would make such a lovely stocking stuffer!
What a fab idea! love it!
ReplyDeleteoh that is just wonderful.
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful I love those old metal frames, love your seagull too, cheers Katherine
ReplyDeleteNot Friday here just yet. Love, love the pin cushion idea. Did it make you scringe (sp?) to cut the doily. I cus at my sewing machine too. It has to be the machine and not me who messes up stuff.
ReplyDeleteSimone your latest creation is just beautiful - I wish I could sew! Leigh
ReplyDeleteIt's adorable Simon - I love it!! I like seeing things being repurposed and made into new lovely items. Hope you have a great end to the week x
ReplyDeleteLooks lovely, and congratulations on learning to use your machine so quickly!!
ReplyDeleteThe pin is beautiful....The best things are made from the heart!
ReplyDeleteSweetness!
ReplyDeletedear simone...that is just soo cute & sweet..
ReplyDeletegreat idea as I have heaps of these frames..
heaps of doilies...
& i CANT sew!!
perfect for me..
have a great weekend too..
xx andrea
Adorable!
ReplyDeleteAnother simple stunner!! Clever clever clever!
ReplyDeleteIrene :)
So cute Simone!!! Very well done!
ReplyDeleteXoXo, Li
That is brilliant. I have a lot to catch up on. Enjoy your weekend, Simone. xx
ReplyDeleteOh! That's SO adorable!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful pin cushion. I will be making one soon. It is sooo cute. Thank you for sharing. Love your blog. I will be checking in to see what you are up to....sandi
ReplyDeleteWOW...you are so creative! I love looking at your blog for creative inspiration!! Well done!! -Kristen
ReplyDeleteVery cute pin cushion--you did a great job!
ReplyDeleteMelinda
love, love, love this.
ReplyDeletei have recently purchased my first sewing machine and i too are going to be teaching myself to sew.
might have to make myself a pretty little pin cushion of my own!
Simone that is the sweetest thing, I love it. I saw another great idea for a pin cushion, it was in a pretty old teacup.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely weekend,
xxx
So pretty and clever!
ReplyDeleteI love this, Simone! Thanks for sharing how you made it!
ReplyDeleteOh what a beautiful and clever pin coshion! I adore it and you did a fabulous job!!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Karyn
Simone!! LOVE IT...sending you a high five right now :)
ReplyDeletethis pin cushion is lovely! cheers for learning a new skill this year ;)
ReplyDeleteI just love the fact that you saw a pin cushion in that little frame. How artistic!!
ReplyDeleteLovely and so straight-forward! Great step by step.
ReplyDeleteBetsy
very sweet and pretty Simone.
ReplyDeletehave a great weekend.
I love the things you come up with because you use things I have, and they're projects I can actually do! They look beautiful too. Did you attach a little bit of foam to the back of the frame? It looks like some foam along with the pillow filling.
ReplyDeleteThanks again.
Blessings,
Marcia
Very very good idea! Keep the needles at hand - and in such a pretty way too!
ReplyDeleteYou should make a thousand of those, and rake in a million That's a winner!
ReplyDeleteHi Simone, what a sweet project! Have a lovely weekend my beachy(peachy) friend! Sharon (UK) xx
ReplyDeleteHow lovely and simple, and I've never seen anything like it before. Bravo!
ReplyDeletei am also a new sewing machine owner. love this d-i-y!
ReplyDeletetoo too sweet, what a great idea!!
ReplyDeletealicia
Very clever Simone
ReplyDeleteAnd would suit anyone's taste as it would be simple as changing the fabric!!! clever clever.. Well I used to sew up until my teens .. then just stopped! not that I was great at it but both my mum and grandmother were... have a great weekend.. xx Julie
That is so sweet Simone...must have been the day for it...pop on over and see what i've been up to :) Mel xxx
ReplyDeleteSimone...this pin cushion is adorable. Have a very happy weekend, xv.
ReplyDeletetotally adorable...as is everything you touch!
ReplyDeleteShellagh
how come youre so clever?!
ReplyDeletethat is toooo adorable!<3
I admire and respect your skill, I think my problem is I lack patience and seem to have enormous fingers which get in the way of sewing, cutting and making intricate thingsxx
ReplyDeleteI soooo look forward to your project days! You're definitely creative. That is just the sweetest pin cushion I've ever seen.
ReplyDelete-marie
wow. i absolutely LOVE what you have done + come up with. you blow my mind. simply beautiful!
ReplyDelete:)
hope you have a fabulous weekend.
This is so lovely. Vey pretty and is easy to follow.
ReplyDeleteTracey Leigh
I love it! I'm a complete nut for embroidery. I use to embroider by hand myself, but don't anymore. That is really lovely.
ReplyDeleteBrenda
That is so gorgeous Simone love it!! Have a great weekend. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful pin cushion!
ReplyDeleteyou are so creative!!!
Marce
So pretty Simone, another great idea. Have a lovely weekend.
ReplyDeleteGood idea Simone!!! tengo unos bordaditos por ahi que me vienen "como anillo al dedo" besos!!!
ReplyDeleteSo cute!
ReplyDeleteVery sweet post and I got you something on my blog :)
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Wow! That is very clever!! Great job and it's so cute :)
ReplyDeleteOh! Simone, it is so beautiful! Have a sweet day!
ReplyDeleteOh, how adorable!! Happy blogging!
ReplyDeleteYour pin cushion is just awesome, how dang cute is that..............Thanks for sharing this with us. Plz stop by for a visit. XO MARY
ReplyDeleteHow pretty! You seriously are the craftiest crafter! Hope you have a great week!
ReplyDeletex Trina
This is just so sweet and lovely!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely adorable! Wonderful work, as always with your projects!
ReplyDeleteI love this!
ReplyDeleteCute idea. I'm linking this post to my blog, so I can remember it. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThis is freakin' adorable...you are so creative...such a wonderful idea to keep your pins close by!! Happy Wednesday! xOxO Nerina
ReplyDeleteSo adorable, very vintage looking!
ReplyDeleteKarena
art by Karena
wow pretty pretty!!!
ReplyDeletekisses
That is absolutely gorgeous!!! WAY better than my tomato. ;)
ReplyDeleteI don't know where you come up with all these splendid ideas. But Simone, they are eye candy for the soul.
ReplyDeleteBrenda
This is awesome! I'm going to keep my eye out for a frame like this.
ReplyDeleteTaylor
www.maryjanesandgaloshes.com
I love this! There's a little stack of ornate frames at the Salvation Army store I've tried to find a reason to buy... now I have it! Tomorrow I'll go see if they're still there.
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear you're becoming a seamstress! I can't imagine not sewing. If you ever have questions, ask me. I'm not an expert, but I can certainly figure things out!
Jan
Your pin cushion is so clever. Just the idea I need for fall craft sale at church. Thank you, Minta, Outerbanks, NC
ReplyDeleteNice hand work, I really love it !
ReplyDeleteHello, I like your corner so full of good ideas and beautiful projects to make. Many thanks for your valuable time and sharing so many beautiful things. A big hug from Bogota, Colombia. I follow.
ReplyDeleteI love this, thank you!!
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