Strawberry Patch Pincushion
A strawberry pincushion is a timeless staple. Add one to your sewing kit! Come learn wool applique with this small project that can be completed in 1 day. Kits are available.
Materials
6″ x 7″ rectangle of pink wool for pincushion body.
3″ x 6″ rectangle of yellow wool for pincushion trin and flower centers
1″ x 6″ rectangle of reed wool for strawberry
2″ x 12″ rectangle of green wool for vines, leaves, and strawberry tops
Embroidery floss in gold, pink, green, and red to match wool. (DMC floss colors 973, 603, 3011 and 221)
Freezer paper for patterns
Basting glue, such as Roxanne’s Glue-Baste-It
Cotton Stuffing
Lavender buds or crushed walnuts
Template plastic or Freezer paper