How to Sew Orange Slice Pincushions
For centuries pincushions have been used by seamsters to keep pins available for use and in one place. They've taken on many forms over the years, from square pin pillows made of satin, linen and canvas to half-doll varieties with a porcelain doll set atop a pincushion base. One of the most recognized forms is the tomato, which is said to have originated as a good luck charm. These days, the form is varying once again as crafters come up with their own ideas of what a pincushion should look like. One such form that can be made inexpensively is the orange slice pincushion.
Instructions
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Cut two circles from the orange felt, one 4 1/4 inches in diameter and one 4 inches in diameter. Also cut six rounded-edged triangles with 3/4-inch edges from the orange felt.
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Cut a circle 3 1/4 inches in diameter from the white felt.
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Sew the six orange triangles in a circle on the white circle, with a point of each triangle pointing to the center of the circle. The triangles represent the sections of the orange slice.
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Center and sew the white circle, with the triangles facing up, onto the 4-1/4-inch orange circle.
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Cut a 2-inch wide strip of orange felt long enough to go around the largest orange circle so the ends of the strip overlap.
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Secure one edge of the strip to the edge of the orange circle that has the white circle and orange triangles. Make sure the white circle and triangles face down. Sew the pieces together, following the circle about 1/4-inch from the edge. Repeat this step using the 4-inch circle and the other edge of the strip. The ends of the strip should remain open.
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Turn the form inside out so the seams are no longer visible and the white circle and orange triangles are on top. Stuff the form with polyester stuffing until firm, and sew the ends of the strip together.
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References
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