How to make a Biscornu Pin Cushion

[@JoZiggy]

Katherine, you're bloody great!! Its 6.30 am here in New Zealand. Im parked up in bed with my dog's and coffee watching your channel. Your relaxed chat and humour making me smile often. And your stitched thingies are glorious! Cheers muchly . Zig, Berty and Bear❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you and hugs to all three of you 🤗

[@ellisburton8733]

Please don't ever think you are boring. It's a joy just to sit, watch you videos. It's almost like keeping you company while your sewing, so don't be afraid to chatter on, it's lovely, and no flipping music, horay ❤ 👋🏼🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you so much, yes it truly does feel like you are keeping me company while I am sewing 🥰

[@madebylora]

I love the fancy shape that can be done with just 2 squares! I think I will make one for my lace making pins… although I think I’ll just do a big cross stitch instead of a buttons to pull in the middle, because I attach the pin cushion onto my lace pillow with a big pin skewered through the centre! Thanks for sharing this!

[@charlottewilson4680]

My mother always put steel wool in the middle and wrapped it with cotton stuffing. She said the steel wool help to keep the needle sharp.

[@Ladythyme]

Yes this is what I was taught as well 😊

[@k3n.clothtales]

That's a good idea, maybe for this one, shape the steel wool into a ring so it's easier to sew the button through the middle 😉😊

[@dennypondaview]

What a great pin cushion..yes I've got walnut crushed ( which I bought) ..thankyou Kath

[@daxxydog5777]

Your mother’s idea is brilliant!

[@oakhillstudiotisha5434]

Thank your for a great tutorial! I bought some crushed walnuts on Amazon and on the container it says, “Walnut Shell blast and tumble media”. It’s a 12-20 grit. I’m very happy with it. I loved your story about trying to crush them!😊

[@VirginiaSmith-bp8vo]

Hi Katherine, Thank you so much for inspiring me to have a go & relax & do some hand stitching as I always use my machine. I sat & sewed along with you & loved the finished result. Shame I don't have any friends that sew as they'd make such a sweet gift! (perhaps it's time to widen my friend circle!!)😄🥰

[@k3n.clothtales]

I am so pleased you enjoyed it. ❤️

[@tracystoves]

Loved this tutorial. I made my biscornu pin cushion this weekend. I added a circle decoration on the top, which is for me to put my needles in that section to keep them separate from the pins. Works really well.

[@k3n.clothtales]

Sounds perfect, what a great idea ❤️

[@mike1968442]

Wow, I’m over 60 years old and I have never seen a pin cushion sewn like that before - I love it! Later today I plan on making one a bit larger for my long quilting pins. Tfs

[@k3n.clothtales]

❤️

[@LanasCooking]

My grandfather used to crush walnuts by placing them in a bag and driving over them several times on the hard paved driveway!

[@gayeelder8255]

Well this is magical and it's so clearly explained I shall try to make it tomorrow! Thank you, as usual.

[@weebee3126]

I purchased a 2lb bag of crushed walnut shells at a pet supply store in the canary aisle. They are used in the bottom of the cage for birds to scratch in. I filled my pin cushions by spooning the crushed shells through a small funnel.

[@k3n.clothtales]

Great idea thank you ☺️

[@billclason1]

Lovely ! At least here in the US crushed walnut shells are available very inexpensively at any pet store.They are used as reptile bedding .Can't wait to try this project !

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you I'll have a look here ❤

[@VickiODellTheCreativeGoddess]

I made pin cushions one year for holiday gifts. I bought a small bag of crushed walnut shells at the pet store. I guess it's used as bedding for some pets.

[@k3n.clothtales]

Hello yes I think it's used for reptile bedding ☺️

[@c.kallman127]

Loved this tutorial. Had NO idea how to make a Biscornus cushion. THANK YOU so much!!!

[@kathycostello4104]

"That'll do pig", from my favorite movie, Babe! Thank you, Katherine, I love saying it too!

[@k3n.clothtales]

🐖🐖🐖😁❤️

[@alisonharris7130]

Love it!!! Thank you so much for posting these so quickly. You are keeping us all busy!! Love your channel

[@k3n.clothtales]

you're welcome ♥️

[@donnacarraway9182]

Nice little project! Thank you!

[@k3n.clothtales]

Glad you like it! 😊

[@jrice8788]

I love it! So simple, so cute!

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you! 😊

[@diannesadler5823]

Just discovered your videos, and I can't get off them. I am in awe of everything you do,as well as your very lovely calming voice, which is a pleasure to listen too..........Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.🙂

[@k3n.clothtales]

My pleasure, I am so pleased you found me ❤️

[@adelamoon]

I just discovered your channel about two weeks ago. At the end of October I started to crochet, and not that I'm bored, but I'm diving into the slow stick world. I just finished the pin cushion and I'm ready for a few more projects. I'm so glad you popped on my feed.

[@k3n.clothtales]

I also crochet and knit, it's lovely to have different crafts on the go, variety is the spice of life after all 😉❤️

[@paulinedonnelly6077]

Hi Kathryn, Pauline from OZ again 🤗🤗 I am so proud of myself, I have just finished making the Biscornu pincushion !!!!!!! I LOVE IT !!!! TFS XXXXXX

[@k3n.clothtales]

😁 I read your previous comment before I went to bed and woke up this morning to read this. Wonderful to think of you beavering away on your pin cushion while I slept over here on the other side of the planet 🤣🥰❤️

[@maxinewright1556]

I’m at my sisters house and have another sister with me. After lunch we’re going to make our pincushions. Let you guys know how they come out. ❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

@@maxinewright1556 lovely, hope you had a good time ❤️

[@maxinewright1556]

Oh, we had a great time. We decided to use the same cloth for each cushion so they would be sister cushions. I watched your twine making EXTRA video to day and darn! I got! Yay Me!!! I made the most beautiful blue and yellow twine ( only about a foot long) I pretty much got only half the length of my original cloth strips. I’m looking for cloth that will work for my purple bottom of the cushion and the printed top to make the cushion ‘s basket. Sister and I went to a thrift store yesterday. We scored! Got several pieces of cloth, I got one silk scarf witch I cut four different pieces I stitched together for or third week project. We stopped at a quilting shop and I found little appliqué pins for $7.00. Everything in that shop was ridiculously priced. Well, if there is something one must have I’m certain they have it. I so appreciate you spending time and labor for all of us. As a child I sewed with my mother and grandmothers. The projects you make for us bring back wonderful memories. THANK YOU!❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

My pleasure love the idea of your sister cushions and great that you got the twining 😁❤️

[@cherylguthrie3959]

Fabulous! I'd love to make a larger one as a pillow for a young girl. Thank you

[@k3n.clothtales]

Someone in my Facebook group made one a while ago, I think 16" square or so. It was fabulous ❤️

[@lindarose712]

This is such a clear and inviting how-to video visit; I was able to make two very satisfying biscornu (s? Biscorni?). Many thanks for sharing your experience and passion for Making beautiful and useful items.

[@k3n.clothtales]

My pleasure, so pleased you enjoyed it 😊

[@theREmissionary]

Very nice!! I've never heard of biscornu.

[@bellascraftystudio]

Hi Kathryn, I have decided I do need to make a biscornu pin cushion after all. Getting the squares the same size will be the biggest challenge I think.😉Lol Thanks for sharing. love Bella ❤❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

My pleasure Bella, as long as they are more or less the same size, cloth stretches after all 😁❤️

[@bellascraftystudio]

Thank you. ❤❤😊

[@rosejohnson452]

Wow! Google Biscornu ( a french word meaning quirky, skewed) and look at the images. The embroidery designs are just beautiful. Thanks for showing me this pincushion pattern. 😊

[@k3n.clothtales]

You're welcome just answered your question but see you have googled. 😁 Yes they can be really elaborate and beautiful ❤️

[@susanwhaitiri9749]

What a lovely little pun cushion I’m going to have a go at making one Thank you for sharing 😊

[@k3n.clothtales]

You’re welcome 😊

[@susanwhaitiri9749]

@@k3n.clothtales ♥️

[@poodlegirl55]

That was fun, I posted mine on Facebook. Now I want to make a pillow that way...or cushion as you say across the pond. I'm a quilter and stuff my things with thread and fabric bits, I always have a basket full. Thanks, Gloria

[@k3n.clothtales]

I will look out for it 😉❤️

[@denisepettit8534]

I have so enjoyed watching and listening to you today! I have been hand sewing on a gift for my sister. I am now a new subscriber and thankful to have you come up on my feed. Oh, I see you are about to reach 40,000 subscribers, that's great. Sure you'll be getting plenty more you don't have that annoying music, you are interesting and explain things clearly. Thank you I look forward to watching many more videos of yours! Blessings.

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you so much, and welcome 🤗

[@elizabethbuttke2224]

I just finished mine! Got cloth twin ready to sew, I'm so excited!

[@soniatriana9091]

Great use of a few items - your tutorials are ALWAYS a pleasure to watch!! You give great tips/advice!! Thank you for taking the time to create your wonderful videos👍🏻🙌🏻💕🤗🤗👏🏻!!

[@k3n.clothtales]

truly my pleasure, thank you for watching ♥️

[@Nancy-42020]

@k3n thank you for sharing I now have a beautiful purple pin cushion

[@lizreynolds4554]

Thank you for sharing this with us. I have been wanting to make some of these. I love how you call them " good Lad ." I found it reassuring, I'm not the only one that talks to my projects. You explain and demonstrate very well. I appreciate the simplicity of the design. Thank you again. Have a blessed holiday season. 😊❤❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

You too, it's nice to know there are more of us 😉❤️

[@Hayleythecraftybiker-wj2vt]

Making this next. I really need it to ❤

[@charlottewilson4680]

This is very interesting. I have never seen a pincushion like this. I will certainly make one. So sweet.

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you 😊

[@ingeleonora-denouden6222]

Hi k3n. I love long 'boring' stories on youtube. I watch videos while knitting 'boring' easy knitting patterns (just because I want to have that all stocking stitch sweater ...). I do like them to be on an intersting subject, like nature/wildlife or some hand craft technique. I don't like them to be only a quick tutorial, because then I have to click some buttons to go on with the next video ... 😉

[@k3n.clothtales]

Good point, I think that I will aim for a mix of both long and shorter ones and then hopefully something for everyone 😄

[@emilywong4601]

hair makes good stuffing that sharpens pins and needles.

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you, I am thinking of trying horse hair in the next one, come Spring when my two start moulting, I will have enough to stuff a mattress 😉❤️

[@dawnagoad9745]

Just discovered you. Subscribed immediately! I make embroidered pin cushions for friends. I got to thrift stores a collect candy dishes or decorative bowls to use as stands. I will try your pattern next time. Seems much easier to size match. And thanks to the comments I now know where to get walnut shells!!

[@k3n.clothtales]

welcome and great idea about the magnet 😁♥️

[@karenlund3726]

Hi ,thoroughly enjoyed this video and in fact I quickly grabbed my fabrics and got everything ready to sew along with you. I now have a beautiful Biscornu Pin Cushion in two glorious christmas fabrics to remind me when I made it. I have two wooden heart buttons in the centre. I love it and will definitely make more. Your instructions were perfect. Thank you so much from Karen xx

[@k3n.clothtales]

You are welcome Karen, your pin cushion sounds perfect ♥️

[@lottesroom]

Thank you for an easy-to-follow tutorial, Kathryn! Just made one for the first time.

[@Knittingand]

25:30 I recently took apart a vintage pin cushion so I could refresh it, and found three needles lost in the stuffing!

[@michaelewynn-jones8931]

I totally loved this K3n thank you

[@gayeelder8255]

Thanks!

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you so much Gaye ❤️

[@annjaeckel8338]

It is not just you…I get excited about things to make which is why I have so many hobbies🤣

[@marthaburnum3925]

Thank you SO much for sharing this video! I'm in the US and have never heard of this type of pin cushion. Absolutely love it! TY!

[@ltilley7343]

Aww ❤ You said "good lad" while you were sewing the button on and it was cooperating, just like I talk to my horses, and I love that you used the stuffing from the pad. This would be my favorite pin cushion. Going to make one. Thank you.

[@k3n.clothtales]

My pleasure, I say 'good lad' to my boy too, on the rare occasions that he is good, naughty pony! 😁❤️

[@DeborahPerry-i5o]

Thank you, I enjoyed this video, making it very soon. I adore hand sewing and I too get excited about little things❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

So happy I am not the only one 😉❤️

[@pamfrank3962]

Thank you for sharing this wonderful pin cushion. ❤

[@samanthadavies9018]

Really enjoyed watching and listening to you Kath.. xx

[@bossieackerman1067]

I love pin cushions. This one did not jump out at me at first, but it started to grow on me and when I saw the little saucer made from hand made rope I thought I am going try to make one. Starting with small projects may help to practice my hand sewing. x Blessings x Mariana UK xx

[@k3n.clothtales]

That's lovely, I am glad it grew on you. 😉 Yes small, manageable projects are very encouraging I find. ❤️

[@dianneeverett1633]

Cute, clever, and useful. My cup of tea.

[@suzannebigbee7596]

Lovely!

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you 😊

[@sherryzimmerman9220]

This excellent tutorial came up early on our Thanksgiving Day 2023 here in Washington State USA….it made me so happy as a newbie to slow stitching…..I want to jump right in…..but unfortunately I have 10 for dinner and “busy hands are happy hand”…..so I will return again to watch as You have done such a great job taking away a bit of the mystery……Blessings

[@k3n.clothtales]

thank you! I hope you at least have help with the washing up 😉♥️

[@debbiewiley5949]

Here in the us we use lizard litter which is I believe walnut shells. It is pretty cheap and you get it from a pet store or online. Works great for pincushions. Hope this helps.❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you for the tip ☺️

[@magdaherbert]

It’s adorable! Thank you for sharing

[@stanszalek4380]

Love it, that may solve a few Christmas gifts ❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

Happy to help ☺️

[@SallyTuckey]

I really, really enjoyed your video - you speak English, with an English accent! Much, much better than American accents! You also talk to yourself - I felt quite at home! I have fine sand in my pin/needle cushion - stolen from my granddaughters sand pit! - make sure it’s well dried out before you stick sewing accoutrements in!

[@k3n.clothtales]

thank you, I quite like American accents though 😉 happy you enjoy my ramblings ♥️

[@heidihollands741]

What s lovely and simple idea. I am inspired to have a go at making one for myself! Just need to get some stuffing and like the idea of the steel wool to help keep needles and pins sharp! 😊

[@janeybeasley9525]

I have made pin cushions stuffed with crushed walnut shells, it came from a pet shop, I think it’s used in fish tanks? It comes in rather large bags so I have enough to make as many pin cushions as I could ever want and still some to bequeath after I’m gone! But it does make great pincushions, it’s very fine so you need tight seams to keep it all in or I make a little pouch for it and stitch it on the machine, then put it in the pin cushion and fill any gaps with normal stuffing! ❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you 😊

[@alexandraalmeida3661]

That’s a beautiful and unique pin cushion! You explained it perfectly. I’m sure your pins are dying to meet this other cushion💙💗❤️🧡💚🖤💛💜♥️

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you Alexandra, I will keep one in my studio and one in the sitting room and divide the pins between the two ❤️

[@sharonarrendale8418]

I have noticed those pin cushions on your table or desk. I think that they are so unusual and beautiful. Thank you for the tutorial! I do plan on making one. I watch your videos and just subscribed. I am a crafty person also. I love knitting and crocheting. I am so interested in quilting. Both of my grandmothers quilted. I have considered making a quilt in the slow stitching. Such beautiful items that you make. Happy stitching!❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

thank you and welcome, a slow stitch quilt is a beautiful thing to make ❤️

[@candacenagle505]

Walnut shell kitty litter! Unscented and finely crushed! I will try it.

[@debbiewiley5949]

Your rice bags are just beautiful.

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you 😊

[@healgrowlovecommunity8397]

What a dear little pin cushion! I can't wait to make one...and yes, it makes me happy! Thank you so much.

[@k3n.clothtales]

My pleasure 😊

[@Chezfran]

You can use Garnet Sand, (Crushed Garnet Crystals) as pin cushion filler. It sharpens pins and needles when you push them in and the weight is really nice to have for a work surface pin cushion. I’ve made a few of the large strawberries with garnet sand. I can’t wait to make a Biscornu Pin Cushion, maybe a garnet ‘button’ in the center will work for sharpening. The Garnet Sand is easy to find online, eBay etc.

[@k3n.clothtales]

thank you for the tip 😊

[@marythresher3523]

When using sand do you put it in loose or do you make a small muslin “bag” to keep it all in?

[@clarerogers2762]

That’s adorable and I’m definitely making one today ❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

Have fun 😊

[@gonerustic]

Walnut shells are great for dyeing so they are still useful! ;)

[@k3n.clothtales]

yes, I use them for dyeing, along with the husks ♥️

[@leannearthur292]

Loved this

[@Mrkatfox]

I so appreciate all of these tutorials! thank you so much

[@k3n.clothtales]

It's my pleasure 🥰

[@wendymanning9617]

I love this little sewing project. Thank you for sharing.

[@k3n.clothtales]

My pleasure 😊

[@magnoliabird]

Love this thank you

[@hummerklein4902]

I’m talking about you and to you This is so beautiful Thank you for sharing

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you for being here ❤️

[@jennycollin7922]

If you run the stitches through before you add the button it helps to hold it tight and then you only have to go through the button once or twice

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you, at first I thought I didn't want the stitches showing inside, then I changed my mind 😂 but you are absolutely right ❤️

[@jennycollin7922]

Well I don’t know really. I’m just hopeless at sewing buttons on so this is how I do it if need to “cinch” something in. I’m definitely going to make one. Thank you for such clear instructions ❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

I am so sorry, my comment was incorrect because I thought I was responding on another recent video where I made an envelope pouch with a button closure! 😂 I need to pay more attention. Yes, you are absolutely right, for the pin cushion, what you describe makes perfect sense. 😁❤️

[@Susie462]

Great idea!

[@Susie462]

I’ve just made mine, and the twine with which I’m going to make the adorable little basket. Everybody I know is going to get one of these for Christmas. Is there an easy way to cut out a square of cloth? I ended up cutting around a cocktail napkin 😂

[@pattimoose1]

this is so adorable!!!

[@Bunefoo401]

Finally made one of these … the shape looks so cool, but it’s really quite simple …. I have some ground walnut shells I bought on Etsy years ago, it seems. Just in time, too. I’ve had one of those Chinese circles with the characters all around holding hands, and the satin on the top is finally wearing through, so I can’t tip it over. I may go up to a 6 or even 7” square and make it two tone like you did, because I keep tons of needles and pins in my little Chinese cushion. Maybe time to make a needle case with specific page for the different sizes I use, because the two flap one I have won’t hold much, and I like loading up my needles, say 10 at a time so I’m not fiddling with it. Thank you again, for sharing this beautifully shaped pin cushion

[@k3n.clothtales]

So pleased you like it Collette, I was so intrigued by the shape when I first saw it and as you say, it's so simple. 😁❤️

[@judymarkel8029]

This is so cool. You know what I will be working on this evening when I get home from our Thanksgiving meal. Thank you

[@k3n.clothtales]

You're welcome I hope you have a lovely Thanksgiving ♥️

[@sparklyjewels]

Thank you I just made my first one! Love it. ❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

Wonderful! 😊

[@karenyoung1759]

I loved this video…new subscriber here. I am going to make one of those pincushions!

[@k3n.clothtales]

Welcome 😊

[@carolcottrell3270]

This is so cute, I got excited about it, and had to make one too. I love your instructions.

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you, I am glad I am not the only one to get excited about such things 😁

[@LisaLisa-zl9vu]

Very nice! I will try!

[@konina7777]

Sehr beruhigende Handarbeit. Ein schönes Geschenk, das nicht viel Material braucht und ein Unikat wird. Kleine Schätze☺, danke für das Video mit Grüßen aus Bavaria von Nina 😊🥨😘🌻

[@k3n.clothtales]

Danke schön ❤️ my German is good enough to just about understand your comment but not really good enough to reply beyond that. ☺️❤️

[@konina7777]

@@k3n.clothtales i try to translate with my school english, 40 years ago😉: its a calm handwork. Using less material to do a unikat, a treasure. Thank you for the video with regards from south Bavaria 😘😊.

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you 😊 my French is ok but my German is very bad. I do remember guten morgen ist das fruhstück vertig? But that's only useful once a day 😂❤️

[@konina7777]

@@k3n.clothtales 😂☺ i thought there was an automatical translation in the comments so you where able to read it. ...but i do my best to answer with my horrible school english😉😍😘

[@k3n.clothtales]

If I go to comments from my notifications, there isn't a translate but I have discovered that if I go under the actual video, there is. ☺️ But it's good to try and use my brain sometimes 😜

[@TeresaLuna-xx4ed]

I love this idea!! Thank you so much for sharing! I love things to make that I can hand stitch!❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

you're very welcome ♥️

[@kathrynburrowes3102]

Just joined!! Im Kathryn as well.....got you from Jil Bellini❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

Hello Kathryn, spelt correctly as well 😁 Jeri is great ♥️

[@jackywhitehead8987]

Another fab video. Thank you. Off to make some for Xmas presents.

[@k3n.clothtales]

You're welcome 🤗

[@ReallyJillRogoff]

Lovely! Will have to make some. I really like your red fabric. A friend just gave me some raw wool, so after washing it, will use it for the stuffing.

[@k3n.clothtales]

Love that you say 'some' 😁❤️

[@paninhosquentes-patchwork763]

I've done two pouches and a book cover inspired by your videos. Now I have to go and make a biscornu. 😊

[@k3n.clothtales]

happy I am keeping you busy 😉

[@mariannavacratsa3451]

So enjoyed yr video ❤❤❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

thank you ♥️

[@lindathomas1267]

Great idea

[@neilstephen6761]

Loved the video thank you

[@Angela-rx1us]

This afternoon it was too hot to be in the garden so I sat and hemmed a dress I had made. I thoroughly enjoy handstitching it’s soothing and your mind can wander. Then this evening I found your channel and now guess what I’m going to make tomorrow. I did enjoy watching you stitch and thank you for sharing your art even way down in New Zealand x

[@k3n.clothtales]

You're welcome stay cool 'down' there 😊

[@bluestar.8938]

Thank you lovely : )

[@paulinedonnelly6077]

Hi Kathryn,greetings from OZ 🇦🇺😎 I love this pincushion !! I am attempting to make one as I watch your vid (3rd watch-thru)🤣😂 Wish me luck !!! Great tutorial TFS 🤗🤗

[@k3n.clothtales]

Good luck though I am sure you don't need it 😉❤️

[@paulinedonnelly6077]

@k3n.clothtales oh yes I do !!!!

[@lisazilaro6906]

Like this nice pincushion! Thanks for sharing 🪡🧵♥️

[@k3n.clothtales]

you're welcome ♥️

[@zena-knittingbeans7973]

A weekend of sewing projects thanks to you 🙏🏻🪡🧵. Adorable pin cushion 😊

[@k3n.clothtales]

Happy to keep you busy 😜🥰

[@zena-knittingbeans7973]

@@k3n.clothtales who knew sewing would bring so much joy and fun 🤩

[@g.butterly8294]

Oui! Biscornu est vraiment un mot plein de charme ! Et votre petit coussin est en effet magique, si simple à faire mais avec un résultat vraiment spécial ! J'adore vous entendre parler, comme si j'étais dans votre tête, avec la réflexion permanente sur ce que vous dites et l'humour qui pointe ici et là ! Merci pour vos vidéos, ça donne envie de tout essayer !

[@k3n.clothtales]

Merci à vous ❤

[@darlenebrowning6832]

Very nice. I’ll try one your way. My daughter made me one she cross-stitched in blue. I love it.

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you Darlene ♥️

[@art-in-tarot-by-Flogella]

Maybe baking the walnut shells to dry them out a bit, it may make them more brittle, and that might help with the crushing. I've never tried it but just an idea 😊 love your channel btw, I have been working my way through your videos and love them ❤️

[@k3n.clothtales]

Thank you, I did bake them but still tough as old boots 😜 I have given up on the idea, I will just use them for dyeing instead. And welcome, lovely to have you here ❤️

[@art-in-tarot-by-Flogella]

@k3n.clothtales Ahh cool 😄 you have to wonder how they grind them down then 😄 thank you for the welcome and I've just finished making my little Biscornu Pin Cushion and have now started making the twine for the saucer part 😀. I honestly have no idea how I stumbled on your channel but it's an absolute treasure 🥰 thank you for taking the time to teach others you are very refreshing. I really appreciate you 🥰

[@zandrajacobs886]

delightful quick and useful art project, thank you for sharing

[@k3n.clothtales]

my pleasure ♥️

[@gailfirenze4760]

What fun. Thank you Katherine.🙋🏼‍♀️🇦🇺

[@k3n.clothtales]

It's my pleasure ☺️

[@lisajayne3859]

Wow ! Katherine what a simply but very beautiful pin cushion ❤, I was so intrigued how it was put together x I have not got a pin cushion yet so here one comes !and thank you for the warning I am new to sewing so I do that what I am not to do with the needle but I will NOT anymore xx I do not realise I have done it sometimes but then I talk , I have no excuse so Thank you I will say to my self this whilst I am sewing xx I absolutely love you chatting and love your stories you tell us has you sew so lovely , just like been in a cosy room with a lovely friend having a lovely cuppa tea x ❤ I m going to make one this afternoon x What lucky friends you have with your beautiful gifts of Biscornu pin cushions & your other beautiful sewing x❤❤ Thank you again Katherine I really love your channel xx ❤❤❤

[@lisajayne3859]

Hope I have your name correct please let me know if you would like me to use your channel name only xx❤

[@k3n.clothtales]

thank you for your lovely message, I am still guilty of putting needles (and pins) in my mouth from time to time but I really shouldn't! My name is spelled Kathryn, one of the reasons why my husband came up with k3n years ago, to avoid confusions with the spelling. 😁 But I answer to any or all variations. 🥰

[@lindamorgan3069]

This is the perfect pincushion size and shape for me, I absolutely love it and a joy to make. I’ve made two already and I see many more to come. Thank you.

[@k3n.clothtales]

You're welcome so happy you like them ❣️