goody-goody: Bitty Bug Pincushion

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goody-goody
May 05, 2009

Bitty Bug Pincushion

Looking for a quick fix? This pincushion is the perfect answer for Mother's Day or when you need to make a little somethingsomething to give to a crafty friend. It's so super easy you'll squeal! (And not in a "Eek, it's a bug and it's flying at my face" kind of way). Get it:

2 circles of linen or plain fabric for tummy and back. I used a jar lid about 3" in diameter as a template 2 circles of print fabric for wings, same size 1 darker circle of linen or plain fabric, slightly smaller 2 antennae--I used jute twine cut into two 3" pieces, knotted on one end
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Optional ribbon loop (ribbon about 5" long) for hanging or attaching to scissors Do it!:

Get your pieces cut and laid out. Fold calico pieces in half and place, fold side towards middle on one of the plain pieces. Fold dark circle in half and place perpendicular to wings, fold side middle, as well. I know, it sounds kooky in writing--just look at the picture!

Iron pieces flat. Pin to keep in place, if needed. Place antenna on top of darker folded circle, knotted ends towards the middle. I left a lot of the length hanging off--easier to cut it off later than to have them too short and pop out.

Fold ribbon in half. Place loop inwards and cut ends on the side. I put mine off to the side a bit, so it doesn't look like he's pooping. I know, I think about these things way too much.

Place other linen circle on top and pin all around, making sure you've got all your pieces where they will be sewn in
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nice and snug. Nothing's worse than having to go back, turn it again and sew a seam that didn't catch the first time. I back-tacked over the antennae and ribbon loop to make them extra secure.

Sew all around edge, like a fabric Moon Pie leaving a thumb-sized hole for turning. Trim off excess twine or fabric, turn and stuff. If you'd like a little heft to your bug, add a few of those glass gardening pebbles to weigh it down. Stitch closed. Add french knots for eyes. Voila! These would also make a fun gift for a child--sew a "hatch" of three or four without the ribbon loops and put them in a small floral drawstring bag. Or fill them with lavender for a sweet-smelling sachet. If you decide to make some, be sure to post some pics to the goody-goody Flickr group. I'd love to see what you come up with. thanks for stopping by!
*btw, pincushion design and pattern is for personal, non-commercial use only. Please do not sell items made from this tute. Thanks!

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OMG! So cute! Posted by: Skelekitty | May 05, 2009 at 11:55 AM

super cute! Posted by: Tamie Snow | May 05, 2009 at 12:31 PM
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How unbelievably wonderful are you to give us this cute tute? Thanks so much! My daughter's class is currently *very* into studying ladybugs, and this will make the perfect end of school year gift for them! I'll send you a picture when I'm done with all 21... :0) Posted by: Michelle | May 05, 2009 at 03:17 PM

This is adorable! Thank you so much for sharing the tutorial. It's perfect! Posted by: Muddlepud | May 05, 2009 at 06:10 PM

OMG.ADORABLE. Posted by: Amy Cluck | May 05, 2009 at 06:25 PM

omgosh this is darling! Posted by: Christine | May 05, 2009 at 11:07 PM

Very nice pincushion! Thanks for this tutorial! Posted by: Silvia | May 06, 2009 at 04:52 AM

Thank you so much for sharing this! I love it! Posted by: La Maosa | May 06, 2009 at 05:28 AM

AWW, it's DARLING! Thanks so much for sharing this little guy. I'll be linking. Posted by: Rachel | May 06, 2009 at 12:35 PM

Love it! I need one to go with my hedgie pin cushion =) Posted by: Carrie | May 06, 2009 at 01:39 PM

This is so cute, thanks for the simple to make tut. Posted by: Nesa | May 06, 2009 at 08:41 PM

I am only few day before going into labours, but will certainly try to sew that cutey!
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Posted by: sandra | May 06, 2009 at 11:58 PM

So adorable and so easy too. What a wonderful idea. Thanks. Posted by: Linnaea | May 07, 2009 at 10:13 AM

i love it!!!! Posted by: paLLina | May 08, 2009 at 12:23 AM

so cute! i'm going to make one for my best friend. Posted by: Crafternoon | May 08, 2009 at 09:03 AM

Very nice and super cute !!! Thanks for sharing !!! Posted by: My 1st Bambina ! | May 08, 2009 at 02:59 PM

Girl, I already made three! (sachets) I'll post pics soon! I am also going to link you bloggy! Posted by: yoli | May 08, 2009 at 04:18 PM

Hi, thanks you very much for this great design! I loved it so much I blogged about it at www.hipnhandmade.com! Posted by: Regina | May 08, 2009 at 11:59 PM

thank youuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu Posted by: tara | May 09, 2009 at 01:16 PM

very cute!! Thank-you so much for posting this tutorial! Posted by: Penny | May 09, 2009 at 10:19 PM

So Cute ! Posted by: Lutine | May 11, 2009 at 01:28 AM

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I posted a link to your lovely tut on my blog! http://skylakdawn.blogspot.com/ Does it track back automatically, or do I need to do something special to make that happen for you? Posted by: Lindsay | May 13, 2009 at 10:11 AM

CUTE!!! Posted by: Ione Melim | May 14, 2009 at 04:20 PM

Your ladybug is so cute, I think thaht I'll make it for my best friend's birthday. Thanks for the tutorial. Posted by: Doan | May 21, 2009 at 07:29 AM

beautiful! Posted by: sandra | May 22, 2009 at 07:20 PM

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