»Sharon Holland Floral Print in Reclaimed Glass Pincushion«

April 20, 2019 by Lesley Storts 2 Comments

Reclaim – to retrieve or recover

When Lucy and I first started making pincushions, we frequented many antique shops hunting for just the right salt cellars. Over time, we started noticing other small dishes and finally ventured into different pieces to test if they would work. Ashtrays are a very common find. Some of the ashtrays we have found are made in beautiful patterns with interesting glass. Reclaiming and repurposing the glass spurs our imaginations and provides inspiration for creating.

Pretty pieces of glass can be designated for various uses. Additionally, if I “contain” something, even on my bathroom counter or dresser, it just looks neater – even if it’s messy in the container. I appreciate the various options, but making pincushions is usually my preference with pieces I bring home.

This pincushion is made with Extempore Fancy fabric designed by Sharon Holland and produced by Art Gallery Fabrics.

Custom crystal, glass and acrylic beaded pins.

Happy Crafting and Quilting! ▶︎ ▶︎ ▶︎

Author: Lesley Storts

I’ve always been a doodler and loved art from an early age. I picked up my first fabric, a pink and white checked gingham, at 9 years old and cross-stitched my name. In 1996, my mom started quilting and her inspiration motivated me to make my first quilt in 1998. I found a pattern in a book from the library, changed the colors to make a Christmas quilt and pieced it together. I even quilted and bound it! I enjoy working with all kinds of fabric mediums and threads. I enjoy sewing with my machine and doing handwork. I get inspiration from my life including people, scenery, patterns and objects around me. Follow me here and on Instagram @lesleystorts.