Pretty Little Pincushions (Pretty Little Series) (Hardcover)

by Lark Books (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Product Description

From ultra-feminine and vintage chic to whimsically colorful and downright oddball, these pincushions redefine the form. And that’s sure to attract the many creative sewers and crafters who have chosen these small, charming canvases as the perfect vehicle to showcase fabulous fabric, simple embellishments, and novel ideas. Nearly 30 projects from a pool of talented designers provide plenty of inspiration, and there’s information on materials and adornments, stuffing options, and what makes a successful, functional pincushion. All that’s needed are beginning hand-sewing skills to stitch up such unique creations as tiny flowerpot and ladybug pincushions made from a bottle-cap base; a beehive complete with honey bee-topped pins; a selection of heirloom pincushions with vintage trim, lace, and buttons; or elegant silk fruit suited to a centerpiece as much as a sewing basket. Still others, like a tropical fish, a pair of cacti, or a crazy striped rooster, can double as plushy toys without the pins.
A Selection of the Crafter’s Choice Book Club.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: Lark Books (November 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1600591442
• ISBN-13: 978-1600591440
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #205,331 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting, November 29, 2007

By	Faith Lee (Hawaii, USA) - See all my reviews

The cover of the book is a good indication for the contents. Lots of pretty and out of the ordinary pincushions to make, many good to give as small presents. Takes the commonly overlooked and boring pincushion and makes it something you would want to set out, inspiring you to be more creative!

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sewing for the joy of it!, December 30, 2007

By	Richard J. Flis (INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

There is always a chance that craft books can get too cute or too vintage-that is not the case with this book. The projects are fun and easily made personal. A fun gift for anyone who sews. These pincushions are fun little pieces of personal art. Enjoy!

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars imaginative and creative, January 18, 2008

By	Maggie Maestra "avid reader" (Dallas, Tx) - See all my reviews

The joy of creating something beautiful or quirky is quickly realized when you indulge yourself following the directions and hints in this little book for creating small pincushions. I'm a quilter, but sometimes I want to do something really quick but satisfying. I want to use beautiful colors, perhaps in startling combinations, I want the fun of using sequins, beads, ribbons, and buttons. This book fulfills that desire and sparks one's imagination for further fun creations.