Crushed Walnut Shells
05-10-2011, 06:34 AM
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Same thing happened with pin cushions I made.
Originally Posted by mommamac
FYI - Our quilting group used walnut shells in pincushions & later found out they cause the pins to rust.
The shells retain moisture. :-(
The shells retain moisture. :-(
05-10-2011, 06:36 AM
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People use them to put in aquariums that house lizards.
only in pet stores, I've seen them called "lizard glitter"...don't know why. :roll:
Originally Posted by LindaR
Originally Posted by TheresaP.
Does anyone have a good resource for purchasing crushed walnut shells? I use these for filling pin cushions. I have only been able to find them for sale in small packages. Thanks for any help.
05-10-2011, 09:21 AM
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If you have a pet supply store near you, you can purchase large bags of lizard litter which says right on the bag that it is crushed English walnut shells. I work in a quilt shop and my friends all use this for their pincushions. It is inexpensive that way and is wonderful to work with.
05-10-2011, 09:30 AM
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Originally Posted by mommamac
FYI - Our quilting group used walnut shells in pincushions & later found out they cause the pins to rust.
The shells retain moisture. :-(
The shells retain moisture. :-(
05-10-2011, 09:32 AM
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Originally Posted by joellesews
I've always used human hair.. you dont get the weight but the natural oil in hair keeps the pins sharp, if you want it weighted, make a small base piece filled with kitty litter or long cook rice ( uncooked of course)...
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