Guys I've done it- I've solved a major problem!! I figured out how to keep from losing my pins when sewing, I made a Pin cushion that attaches to my sewing machine.
I do a tiny bit of sewing. I say a tiny bit because I am no seamstress. I can't follow a pattern, don't use technical terms and make stuff up as I go. But when I do sew those simple projects, I lose my pin cushion all the time.
To solve that problem, I made a pin cushion that will stay put. The directions are very simple so you can make a sewing machine pin cushion too.
supplies needed for sewing machine pin cushion:
scrap of fabric (mine is approximately 3" x 4")
1 inch elastic- 2 pieces (approximately 9 inches each)
sewing machine - this is the one I have. It is a good basic sewing machine!
needle and thread
How to make a pin cushion for your sewing machine
- Place right sides of the fabric together, then put the elastic edge right up to the edge on the short side of the fabric.
- Sew all the way around the fabric, leaving a 2 inch opening.
- Turn the fabric right side out and stuff the cushion until it is full.
- Hand stitch the opening closed.
- Sew a small square of velcro at the end of each piece of elastic.
- Wrap the elastic around the sewing machine and connect it with the velcro. The elastic holds the pin cushion on and is removable if needed.
This Pin Cushion that is attached to my sewing machine is so handy! It keeps pins right where they are needed!
Very clever...well done! Have you figured out all the settings on your sewing machine? I have one similar to yours. Right now all I'm doing are repairs and hemming.
ReplyDeleteThanks Donna! No, I barely know how to use my machine. It's kind of embarrassing. I only know how to straight stitch and zig zag. One of these days I need to learn how to sew properly. :) Thanks for your comment, have a great week!!
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ReplyDeleteCool. Nice and simple for me as a beginner. My daughter and I plan to make one together since she’s a beginner too. Thanks
ReplyDeleteHello. I’m a little confused when sewing on the elastic. I know I’m missing something, but not sure. I see the elastic and turn it inside out the elastic isn’t out the sides as in your pictures.
ReplyDeleteI put the right sides of the fabric together with the elastic inside. The edges run along the edges of the fabric. After sewing, I turned it right side out and the elastic edge is inside and the long pieces are outside. Kinda confusing but hopefully that helps!
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