How Do You Make A Pumpkin Pincushion?
This cute pincushion looks almost exactly like a fat little pumpkin, is simple to make, and very inexpensive. Step 1 jQuery(document).ready(function(){ jQuery(‘#jsArticleStep1 span.image a:first’).attr(‘href’,’http://i.ehow.com/images/GlobalPhoto/Articles/5413882/pattern_Full.jpg’); }); pattern Cut 9 pieces of orange felt in oval shape from pattern. Each square in the pattern is equal to one inch. Step 2 Sew pieces, right sides together tightly using narrow seams, leaving one open. You can use your sewing machine but I like to hand stitch the pieces together for a real homemade feel. Step 3 Turn to the right side, stuff tightly and sew opening together by hand with blind stitches, using matching thread. Step 4 Cut a small stem from green felt. The stem can be and inch square, rolled shut and sewed. Sew the stem firmly to the top of the cushion. Step 5 Sew a narrow piece of orange or yellow ribbon along each seam. Step 6 For the finishing touch, add a bow made from green, yellow and ora
