If you're like me, you can't even let those thin strips of batting that are trimmed off a quilt go, no matter now narrow they are! I don't know why I do this.. maybe just because I hate waste. In any case, there are a lot of things you can eventually use your batting scraps for.
Today I want to share a simple pincushion made from a single hex flower and cut up batting scraps that fits perfectly in the throat of your machine.
Supplies Needed:
- 7 - one inch basted hexies, ready to stitch
- needle & thread for hand sewing
- batting scraps cut up into small pieces
- Video tutorial
Instructions:
- Sew your hexies together in the traditional flower shape.
- Remove the center EPP paper from the back and fold your flower in half (wrong sides together) and clip in place.
- Sew all open hexie sides EXCEPT the very top.
- Remove all papers and turn your pincushion right side out through the open top area.
- Stuff with cut up batting scraps as much as possible. Sew opening shut.
That's it! Its quick and easy and a great way to use both fabric and batting scraps.
I hope you'll check out Jen's remaining blog hop participants for some more ideas of Batting Busting Week.
What a sweet
ReplyDeleteLittle pin cushion
So cute.Thank for the tutorial!
ReplyDeleteSo cute! In the instructions #2 I think you mean wrong side out (right sides together) after folding in half...
ReplyDeleteDefinitely making this! I love that it’s compact and fit for the sewing machine.