it all started with tiny pink flowers

I'm referring to this sweet new Tilda print that just so happens to be the perfect scale for 1/2" hexagons ...

... which just so happen to be the perfect size for a little hexagon pincushion.  (I made this one last year and finally got around to making another one ... for me this time.)

I added some linen, a hint of pink gingham & embroidery, and a mother-of-pearl button and then called it a day.

I filled it with ground walnut shells - as I do with all my pincushions because I love the weightiness and form you get with them - very different from toy stuffing.  (I get my shells in the reptile bedding department at a local pet supply shop.)

I even have the perfect pintoppers.  (You can find them here.)

Happy Monday, y'all!

Comments

[Cindy]

Gah! That is the most adorable fabric and pincushion. I have always stuffed my pincushions with copies amounts of fluff, but walnut shells? What a neat idea!!! Is this a *wack the shells myself* method or is there somewhere you buy this? Either way, I'm going to have to try this!

[Debbie R]

Kristyne: You make the most beautiful little things!

[ina]

i love the shape too! beautiful work! ;p

[Denise]

I just have to tell you that I have been following your blog for several weeks now and am always blown away by your creativity and attention to detail. Great job! I believe I am not alone in wondering if you'd be interested in posting a tutorial on these pincushions.:)

[Lorrie]

How great to know where to get those crushed walnut shells. Your pin cushion is charming.

[Lisa McGriff]

I love EVERYTHING you do! I just want to come and sit and watch you work!

[DH]

I love the pincushion and the fabric and the cute littler pins. It's all so sweet!

[Chris Porter]

So lovely - and thanks for the walnut shell tip xx

[Corina]

Nice! Are you on instagram? I made a hexagon pincushion a couple weeks ago! same greys & pinks too!


instagram.com/p/nlko4gstbt/

[Andrea]

Oh my gosh, that is too cute! Am getting ready to stitch some pin cushions - yours is perfect!

[Bonnie Nyquist]

Oh how sweet is that? Just perfect as usual. I use wground walnut shells also for that same reason,it adds weight and fils out the oincushion so nicely. I once had a pattern that said to use sand,what a mess!!!! I love the way you personalize every little detail!

[Carol]

I have tried several times to make a hexagon pin cushion like these you make but can not figure out how to get the shape. Seems like mine is so much smaller. Would love a pattern or tutorial! As always your stuff is beautiful and I have found a new love again for hand work after following your blog.

[Janet, Felt On The Fly]

I've seen requests/inquiries for the pattern.... will you be granting our wishes? I'm itching to try one. I want to pair together some adorable tiny print fabric and my pure merino wool felt.

[LJ]

Love your sense of design and color...just beautiful.

[lori hunstad]

Tutorial please? ;-)

[Lisa B]

Very pretty.

[Wendy]

I am a huge fan of Tilda fabric - Is there a pattern for this gorgeous pincushion or is it your design?

[Hildy]

It looks so great !

[Barb Colvin]

Makes me proud to be a girlie girl :D

[jenni]

Darling!

[Audrey Ann]

Your pin cushion is so cute Kristyne!!! Love the fabric, such a pretty combination of colors!

[Sarah]

Just beautiful! xo

[Ursula]

Beautiful pincushion. A tutorial or pattern to buy to make this would be appreciated.

[Four dogs and one quilter]

Pinned this on Pinterest. Lovely fabric and design.

[Jill]

Love, love, love this little pincushion. Would love a tutorial!! and...info on the beautiful fabric please!

[Torie Jayne]

Such a gorgeous pin cushion!
Have a sweet day! x

I hope you don't mind but I sent you an email via your Big Cartel store,

[Judy Morin]

Your work is beautiful! but what a waste of time. Try Inklingo and watch your hexes and flowers form with just a running stitch.
http://inklingo.com/section/inklingo-quick-start/63/msg/Welcome+to+Inklingo%21/a5771bce93e200c36f7cd9dfd0e5deaa

[Christina]

Just found your great blog. Do you have a pattern for this? I would love to try and make some from vintage hexagon blocks I found at an antique store. Thanks.