30+ Free Pincushion Patterns
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This list of pincushions is one you’ll want to bookmark since I add to it regularly…some have been featured previously on Tipnut and moved here to keep all the projects in one handy place. Below you’ll find over 30 tutorials listed and because there are so many, I’ve organized groups into separate project sheets so things are tidy (all free). You’ll find:
- Knit & Crochet
- Wrist Versions
- Collection #2 (which currently lists another 25+ tutorials)
monkeyroom.blogspot.com
Hanging: Padded block with a handy fabric strap for hanging. Free pdf download.
craftleftovers.com
mimikirchner.com
Country Mouse: Made with fabric, felt and stuffing.
mybyrdhouse.blogspot.com
thelittlehousebythesea.wordpress.com
Bitty Bug: Very easy to make and just needs a few bits of fabric.
goodygoody.typepad.com
calamityjanescottage.blogspot.com
Sweetheart: Made with fabric scraps, Iron on adhesive, stuffing. Free template download available.
ohsohappytogether.blogspot.com
onmysideoftheroom.blogspot.com
Strawberry: Pattern tutorial makes two. Free pattern sheet download.
embroideroo.blogspot.com
flickr.com/photos/verybigjen/
flickr.com
quiltmaker.com
Cute Minis: These cute cushions are as decorative as they are practical.
craftstylish.com
fatquartershop.com
Tin Can: Clever craft made from a cleaned tin can.
designspongeonline.com
xstitchhappy.com
Basket: Sweet little project made with a small basket, a scrap of fabric and stuffing.
zakkalife.blogspot.com
thelongthread.com
Pear-Shaped Cushion: Includes free template.
uklassinus.blogspot.com
flickr.com/photos/verybigjen/
Thumb: This is made to fit around your thumb, how convenient!
loopylace.com
lovetocrochetandknit.blogspot.com
Half Doll: Learn how to make these vintage-inspired beauties.
helengibb.com
mousechirpy-polkadotpineapple.blogspot.com
Amish Puzzle Ball: Neat! Made by sewing stuffed fabric wedges together.
craftster.org
abyquilt.blogspot.com
Ring: Sew a small round pincushion made with a scrap of fabric and stuffing then attach to a ring with a plate.
my-little-nook.blogspot.com
pennyshands.blogspot.com
African Violet: Sweet little design based on a favorite household plant.
flickr.com/photos/verybigjen/
littlepaperdog.blogspot.com
Mouse: Sweet little critter made with scraps of cotton fabric. Pattern template provided (image file).
allaboutyou.com
Teacup & Saucer
*First published November 27, 2006 and moved to this page for better organization
Forever lost but now found on the web archive: Teacup & Saucer
Items Needed:
Teacup & Saucer
3 inch Styrofoam ball
1/4 yard lilac & white cotton gingham fabric
1 yard of 1′ satin wired ribbon
(20) 3′ long steel pins
Directions:
- Cover foam ball with fabric
- Pin fabric to foam on the underside
- Generously glue pinned side of ball and place into teacup
- Pinch pleated ribbon until it fits around teacup ball. Tuck in ends
- Dip steel pins into glue and pin ribbon ruffle to ball
- Dab glue onto pastel buttons and place on the inside of ruffle, covering pins
- Cut back off remainder of buttons and place as pictured onto the cup, saucer and fabric
Click Picture To Download Free Pattern
Vintage Shamrock
This pin cushion can be made in a short time from a few small pieces of felt.
The model is red and black with a green shamrock; however, other combinations can be used.
- Cut 2 circles from black felt for top and bottom, the shamrock and the side piece from green.
- Applique the shamrock to top section.
- Sew a red button in center of shamrock.
- Cut a strip of felt 1 x 8 3/4 inches for side, sew one edge of side section to top circle, the other edge to bottom circle.
- Cut a circle of cardboard slightly smaller than the bottom section and place in bottom of cushion, stuff with cotton or kapok.
Source: The Workbasket (1952)
Hey, thanks for linking to my tutorial, I hope your readers enjoy making my pincushion!
You’re welcome Fern, it’s a great pincushion! Thanks for the mention on your blog too
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Hello, your site is very cool and I would like to thank you for the link. If you have a button, I am glad to add to my side bar (links).
Take Care,
The Pincushion Confection link, #20, isn’t working. Thanks for such a great site! I love it!
What a great site! Thanks so much for the ideas!
Barbara
I can’t seem to find the pincushion pattern, with pincushion in the center and small spools of thread around the cushion. If anyone has this I would appreciate it. Thank You Uiva Tubbs
I think it’s #24 on the list that you’re looking for uivatubbs, Monkeyroom’s Pincushion Tutorial.
Hello!
I wanted to tell you I think this is a fantastic site and I am a subscriber to your newsletter. I wanted to know how to submit a free pincushion pattern? I have a simple one on my flickr account that I would love to share.
Thank you!
Lotus L Vele
Hi Lotus, you can send me the link by using the contact form here: Contact, I’ll check it out. Thanks!
What a great compilation. I especially like that most use recycled materials. I’m going to have a good time trying them out. Thanks.
Thanks so much! Not just for the inclusion but for the little bit beside the link. You made me smile.
Hey, I just clued in that my teacup pincushion was linked here. Thanks very much for including me!
I bought a crocheted heart shaped pin cushion in an antique store & it was dirty so I washed it (by hand) but the ruffled satin ribbon that was all around the edges that sort of stand up in peeks …fell apart. Does anyone know how to put more ribbon through the edges & do that folded, ruffled look ?
Thanks so much
i am looking for a 3-sided chicken pincushion pattern, has anyone seen anything like that? thank you so much!!
I just saw one a few moments ago but can’t remember. Google free chicken pincushion and you will find it.
Thanks for all the wonderful collections of how to make Bags, Potholders, Pin cushions and many many tasty recipes. I love Tipnuts and my day feels incomplete without checking out this site. Thank you so much!!!
I LOVE IT!!! from a newbe here on Tipnut. What a great resource and fun too.
I am delighted to find this site. I am making pincushions for an auction for our academy fundraiser. Thanks
just loved looking at all your pincushions cant wait to start making my own. brilliant site thanks xxxx
what can i say? this site is really wonderful . i live in saudi arabia and iam an old crafter who enjoys all kinds of craft so iam in love with this site and i already made a file to keep all these lovely ideas and projects. thank you so much for this out of this world site
What a beautiful way to use odd teacups(or chipped). The ruffle will hide defects. Thanks
Love them … Lukin forward to starting one.