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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

Highmtn

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!!!

pippa45

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Very handy. :thumbup: