neat start of a Cathedral Window at and sew it is and really liked it. It reminded me of a couple of CW pincushions I had made. The one on the left (note the telltale 70s calico center) I made in the early 70s. I always loved that little pinny and saved it for all these years. A few months back I decided I wanted to make some for our guild's boutique. Couldn't for the life of me remember HOW!! Did a little research, came up with the instructions for a CW, and voila, the one on the right was born. Love adding beads to the four points. Another thing I had forgotten was how blasted long it took to make one! Great handsewing for TV time though. Today being Fathers Day, I will take my husband on a picnic to either Smithville Lake or Watkins Mill State Park--two local spots of beauty. My own father passed away nine years ago and I still miss his practical advice, preparedness, and unconditional love.
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Cute, cute, cute! I've never been able to do a CW so Kudos to you for figuring it out! BTW, you have a wonderful blog - one that I visit regularly!
When I went on retreat in April we had a little class on making these as Christmas ornaments. Just add a piece of ribbon to the top as a hanger and put a fabric square of Christmas fabric on each side. I never thought of making them as pin cushions but I might make some both ways for my guild's store they run at the quilt show every year.
This blogging thing is like finding pen pals all over the world! I like your blog and enjoyed your comments about the wildflower gardens. Maybe we work too hard. Your CW projects are so cute. I remember making those into pillows years ago. Take care!
I have always wanted to try CWs but didn't think I'd want to do a whole quilt. Never thought of a pin cushion. What a great way to try one but not have to do dozens of them. I need a pincushion too. THanks for the inspiration!
I always thought those were so cool until I saw someone make one and then immmediately thought NO WAY. I know someone found a short-cut but it was still too complicated! Good for you!
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