I love making pincushions, theres some thing really magical and sweet about them. I like to include them in any little gift package,and when anybody makes a big purchase from me I throw one in as a gift. I also personalize them by making custom buttons and pin tops with sculpy

Just follow the link and enjoy, tons of pictures and step by step fun!

http://cheekystitch.com/craft_your_future/2009/05/diy-flower-pincushion-super-easy-tutorial-on-how-to-make-your-own-pincushion.html

I think this top was intended to go over clothing as a play top for kids it features one button in the back. I decided to make it our of this pink/green silk gauze I had at home, its really beautiful and im happy with the way it turned out. I dont have kids but my friends kids will enjoy the gifts

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I started making children's clothing after I bought a Japanese sewing book for kids. The drafting was a challenge, since I'm self taught, but there were enough pictures for me to decipher the instructions





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