i have an embroideried one some[lace, just started making them, and they're sooo cute and fun to make, i love the idea of epp, a great use for small blocks that we all don't know what to do with, but honestly, i usually use an old box of altoids that i've decorated or my shirt, if anyone would lik to exchange, let me know

lynnie, what is epp?

English Paper Piecing?

One. I am such and underachiever. My sewing area is very compact though.

like one of the other replies I have used scraps, cotton balls, and i did save some sawdust from one of my DH's projects for the next one. The one I have made [vs the one i inherited!] are usually made using jar or bottle lids and then a circle of scrap material gather to fit and glued into the lid. I did get some very cute patterns from a library book " Pretty Little Pincushions" Lark books 2007, Susan Brill ed. - maybe I'll do one of those!

What a good idea! I cart mine from place to place. I shall have to get making some more now!

I collect pincushions so I have them everywhere and usually use them at different times. I have a little turtle that has the pincushion on his back and I used him when I sewed for my granddaughter. I love pincushions.

the more the better i always say lol

i asked b4 if nayone has done an exchange of pin cushions, can't find the reply, is anyone interested or it a lame idea? pls.pm. if it's good or bad and how do you set up a swap anyway??????

I have found this thread so interesting. I have such a variety of pins and needles because of the kind of work I have done over the years. I have pins from 3/4" to 6". Needles up to 12". They all have their own pincushions which I've made from leftover scraps of upholstery velvet. One is even made from burlap. I fill them with pine sawdust from under the table saw. I have also used poly stuffing.
I love my sewing room and all of my machines. I'm recovering from heart bypass. It cheers me up to just be with all my sewing goodies.
Joyce