Last week I showed you an inexpensive gift idea for the kiddos on your list. This Thrifty Thursday, I have an idea for the sewers on your list. After all, there is only so many needles and spools of thread that they need. I had some extra mini picture frames lying around with glass so I decided to whip up some fun pincushions.
These picture frames are about the size to hold a wallet sized photo and I got them at the dollar store. I gave each of them a coat of spray paint and picked out a coordinating fabric to use.
I flipped the picture frame upside down and laid a piece of fabric over the back. Luckily I had some fiberfill lying around in my stash, I grabbed a small hunk and pushed it into the back of the frame through the opening.
Once I had the right amount of fiberfill stuffed into the frame, I turned the frame over and worked with the fabric until I had it looking the way I wanted it. Then I cut the overlapping fabric and hot glued the edges down on the inside of the frame to keep everything in place. I also glued the backs onto the frames as well to offer more stability.
Here are the different versions of the framed pincushions that I made:
They turned out so cute and perfect for the sewers and crafters on your list! They are not only super functional but they are a fun new take on a old idea!
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How SMART! These are great. What a fun gift to go in a basket full of sewing stuff for a seamstress! Thanks.
What a cute idea.
What a cute idea! My great aunt would love something like this
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I think these are soooooo super cute and a perfect grandmother gift!!!!
What a wonderful idea, very cute and creative. Good job!!!
I really love this idea. I’m going to pin it for the great someday when I have my own crafting space!
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Wow! I love these! What a great, inexpensive idea!
So , so cute. I might have to do this for my sewing room! Thanks for sharing.
Cute idea! Need to give this one a try! Pinning it:D
Love this! I am going to make it as a Christmas gift to myself.
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A vertical pincushion! Fabulous!! I don’t have any sewers on my Christmas list, so guess who I’m making one of these for?? Yup! Me, myself, and I
I know just the fabric that I’m going to use too. Thanks for the inspiration!
This really is super-duper cute while also being functional! Nice job!
What a great idea! This is so cute, and functional too. I think it would make a great gift.
I would love it if you would share this at my new 12 Days of Christmas in July linky party. You can link up here:
http://theprudentpantryblog.blogspot.com/2012/07/twelve-days-of-christmas-in-july-linky.html
I can’t wait to get organized for a peaceful and frugal holiday season!
Thanks for sharing! I featured your project today in a last minute mother’s day gift round up on Creative Green Living.
Thanks!