Thursday, April 19, 2012

Zakka Style Pin Cushion

I have a few things to blog about, but am going to break them up into seperate posts. Sometimes I think I type too much.

This pin cushion for the Zakka Style Sew-a-long was an easy finish. I knew it would be and didn't even look at the directions in the book. I started with the London scrap that I received in the Mouthy Stitches swap. Big Ben was the perfect size to feature on this and I also knew I had linen tape with a London (and Paris) travel theme. The button was picked because it resembles a sun and when I was putting this together, it made sense to add. There isn't a button on the back. Instead of stamping linen tape, which was my first idea, I decided to use the guard that was cut from the scrap when trimming it to size.


Zakka Style Pin Cushion

I say this about every place I have traveled to, but I do really love London. I got to spend a week exploring the city and dream of being able to return. This pin cushion is going to be a great reminder of my time there, as since the scrap came from Great Britain, it's a fitting project.

See you tomorrow!

6 comments:

Pam @Threading My Way said...

Cute as, Katie!!! Love that button!!!

Kelli Fannin Quilts said...

That is so cute, Katie! Love how all the bits tie in together to make a great memory for your travels!

Amy DeCesare said...

You won't believe this, but I bought the same fabric and ribbon tape last month...it's coming from Hong Kong, so I don't have it yet. I can't wait, now that I've seen your beautiful project!!!

Jenelle said...

This is so cute and your theme is completely carried through down to the last little detail! I really like your button, because to me it it kind of reminiscent of cobble stones (which is also fitting for London).

Norine @ Five Baht Elephant said...

This is really cute! London is on my 'go see' list.

Cindy Sharp said...

Adorable!