I get my sugar bowls at various flea markets in the area. I've picked them up for as little as a couple of bucks. It takes no time to make one of these. I usually add a little embellishment around the edge of the bowl to hide any hot glue that might be showing. Now I'll be looking at tea cups too! :)
I agree that it's miserable to have such a light pin cushion that you pick up the whole thing at once. Ugh! These are just heavy enough...