Filler for pincushions?
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What to make pincushions for quilting friends for Christmas. Here's the link to the directions: http://www.fatquartershop.com/Free-Q...ore_id=499&T=1 Cute, huh?
Their suggestin for filler is plastic pellets which sounds ok. Not sure if I can find these. Want it to be "weighted". Any other suggestions for filler other than kitty litter? I worry about rice or bean...bugs.
Their suggestin for filler is plastic pellets which sounds ok. Not sure if I can find these. Want it to be "weighted". Any other suggestions for filler other than kitty litter? I worry about rice or bean...bugs.
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What making a little muslin like pillow (lack of a better description) about 2" and put some kids sand in it for weight. You could then tack it down inside and then fill the rest with the pellets or fabric and batting scraps.
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Crushed walnut shells are popular for pincushion fillers. You can get a huge bag at the pet store for under $10.
http://tts-tutorials.blogspot.com/20...incushion.html
http://tts-tutorials.blogspot.com/20...incushion.html
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My favorite is the crushed walnut shell that is used to polish brass gun shell casings that are going to be reloaded. My brother-in-law gave me some to try and it really weights the pincushion very well. Try some!!!!!!
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