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I might have a little craft crush on tiny spools.  They are just so cute!  This simple project takes less than ten minutes, but the end result is an adorable little pin cushion you can keep on your craft desk.  Keep reading to learn how to make your own spool pin cushion.

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Supplies needed:  spool, scrap fabric, batting, button, twine, seam binding, adhesive backed ribbon or washi tape
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 I balled up some batting and topped it with a button.
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 I gathered the fabric behind the button and tied it with twine.
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Cut off the excess fabric and glue on to the spool.
Embellish with seam binding, button, ribbon, washi tape, etc.
Pretty simple, right?
Enjoy!
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6 responses to “Tiny Spool Pin Cushion”

  1. Featuring YOU today in my washi tape round-up. Great job!

    Ginger @ gingersnapcrafts.com

    http://www.gingersnapcrafts.com/2012/05/where-do-i-buy-my-washi-tape-washi-tape.html

  2. Thanks for the feature, Ginger!

  3. […]  I’ve made several fun projects with tiny wood spools before, like these holders and these pincushions, and now I’m back with one more wood spool craft.  For this project I used tiny craft wood […]

  4. […] I’m just crazy about all things miniature! I’ve made miniature gnome doors and mini pin cushions before, to name a few projects.  Now I’m making miniature spool vignettes to decorate with. […]

  5. Catherine Avatar

    Your bead corral is much cuter than mine!

    1. Morena Avatar

      Awww thank you! I’m sure yours is cute, too!

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