Next run hotglue around the inside inner edge under the rim. Smooth the fabric onto the glue. Try to avoid any ripples or folds on the rim. They will keep the lid from fitting.

Repeat the same with the bottom of the lid, keeping in mind to do a smooth job with no wrinkles or folds to keep the lid fitting well.

I am not sure if printing the page with all the cardboard patterns will come out proportionally, so I listed the diameter of each piece. You will see that there are some that need to be covered with fabric, one that does not, one that is for the fabric of the pincushion itself. Three cardboard circles of varying sizes need to be covered with fabric. To avoid any more mental overload, use a damaged CD as a pattern to cut three fabric circles which you will gather to cover the three cardboard circles. The size of the CD will accommodate all three which is easier than making three more circle patterns.

Back to the lid! Make sure you hotglue the correct circles in the right places. If you transfer the identification from the pattern it will help, but mark it however helps you keep it straight. Dry fitting them before you glue will help too.

Hotglue the bottom of the lid and place the corresponding covered circle onto it.

Pincushion: Simply push it into the top. I do not glue mine. If you want to you can do it. I have never had one pop out. Smooth any wrinkles on the pincushion. I have an assortment of wood skewers, popsicle sticks, etc. I use for such things.

Push the appropriate circle into the canister to finish the bottom. Then place the liner, pretty side out, into it. I do not usually glue this either. I think I would do more damage with the gluegun than what can happen from the pieces not being glued! It is your choice.

Bottom of sewing kit: Hotglue the unfinished bottom of the container and place the matching fabric covered circle onto it. Depending on the fabric weight and your glue habits, you may be able to gently push the circle into the bottom slightly for a tighter fit.

And here is the finished product, a lovely pincushion sewing kit made from a disposable!

I always find straight pins with pretty matching heads to stick into the top. If giving as a gift, you can drop a few new spools of thread, a tape measure, a pack of needles, or a small pair of scissors inside. Even for a person who does not sew, this can be handy to have in the house to replace a button or fix a hem. I hope you enjoyed this tutorial as much as I did in making it! KastleKitty :D :D :D

This really is ONE of the best tutorials I've ever seen! Thank you so much for being so precise in your descriptions etc. What a GREAT gift from you...and FOR a friend!!!

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Very handy. :thumbup:

Thank you so much for a great tutorial! I love the ideas that reuse what we already have on hand.

I knew there was something that could be done with all those oatmeal containers. The tutorial was very clear and understandable, you did a great job of it. Thank you!

CUTE!!!!!

That is SEW cute!! Very understandable tute!! Thanks!

It is a great gift! Lucky you! I wonder if there is a pattern???

That is SEW cute, what a great tute, you did a very grand job with all the pic and explaining i can't wait to try this out i think all ladies and gents that sew would enjoy getting one of these. thanks a bunch am going to try it this weekend.

Love love love it!

That is fantastic

The tute was great! You are so creative....and a true quilt angel! :)

So cute and useful at the same time :).

KastleKitty, not sure when this tutorial was posted but you do a fantastic job on your tutorials. :lol: :lol:

A*D*O*R*A*B*L*E*!!!!!

Thank you GramQuilter2! I posted it on Sunday. I always think the instructions won't be understood. I try my best to be very clear, but what one considers clear and concise, another my not. I really can't tell. I've had problems in the past with not being able to follow some instructions so I might be overly simplistic where some people might be offended. I am glad you liked it. I really enjoyed making this one. I was sure everybody already figured out it was a Quaker container! When you make it, you end up with the ring from the top of the container. I have many of them now. So, I have to figure out what to make with them! LOL I really hate wasting things!

Very cute!!!

They did a fantastic job! I like it :)

Now I need to go out and buy some Quaker Oats. :D

Wow, thank you for teaching us how to make this. I am gonna make me one!

WOW Stunning

Very good tute.Really easy to follow with all the pictures.I don't know how you did the tute and took photos at the same time.Thank You for sharing. Mary

Thanks for the tutorial I have printed it off ready to start as soon as I have some time. Love it!

Thanks for the tutorial I have printed it off ready to start as soon as I have some time. Love it!

Thanks now I will start off by making Oatmeal raisin cookies, then once I have an empty canister I will follow this GREAT tutorial! Thank You so much!

What a great idea I was just going to buy the oats box and get rid of the oats. :D I guess I'll have to make oatmeal raisin cookies.

I'd like to know, too. I would make a good project for our 4-Hers.

Go back to page 8, that is where the tutorial starts.

KastleKitty, what a wonderful tutorial! I have copied it and will enjoy making these pincushions during our long New York winters. Thank you for taking the time!
Tulip

Great tutorial. I think you should do this one in the tutorial section so many others can enjoy it too. I am going to eat oatmeal now...LOL

You could use the oats to make stove top cookies.Also called No-bake cookies. very yummy and the oats are good for lowering your colesteral.The peanutbutter and sugar is just for fun! Mary

What a beautiful pin cushion and wonderful surprise. :-D