Create a Log Cabin Effect Pin Cushion

Published in Issue 19, October 2012

Written by Flick from Perfect Patchwork

www.perfectpatchwork.co.uk

Create your own

Log Cabin Effect

Pin Cushion

What you will need

Small picture fabric for centre (approx 1 inch square)

2 inch strips for surround

Calico for mounting (4 inch square)

Batik for backing (4 inch square)

Ribbon (6 inch piece)

Toy Stuffing

General sewing thread

Pins

Scissors or Roller Cutter and Mat

Instructions:

Step 1. Seam allowance is ¼ inch.

Centre the picture fabric on the calico and stitch around all four edges, to secure.

Step 2. Fold the 2 inch strips in half width ways and press. 

Take the strips of colour 1; attach the top and bottom strips withthe fold towards the centre, then attach the side strips.

Step 3. Complete round two with the second colour, and round three with colour 1.

Step 4. Trim 1/8 inch from the last round of stitching.
Take the length of ribbon and fold in half; centre at the top of the pincushion and stitch in place (very close to the edge).

Step 5. Lay the finished piece face down onto the backing fabric and stitch, leaving a gap at one side of approximately one and a half inches. Trim the backing to fit, and trim the corners to enable neat turning.

Step 6. Turn the pin cushion to the right side.

Fill the pincushion quite tightly, and stitch the small gap to complete.     

This design can be modified by using wider strips and a larger centre square picture to make a full size cushion. 

This pattern is designed for personal use only, and not for resale.
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