Have an old kitchen canister laying around that's just begging to be repurposed? If not, snag one from the thrift store to make this cute, easy, diy sewing kit with a built in pin cushion to help organize all your tools and notions.
Tags: #upcycled #sewing #handmade #kit #organizer #tools #pin #cushion #basket #diy #tutorial #repurposed
Supplies:
-An old kitchen kitchen canister with some space inside the lid. I bought mine at Goodwill.
-Scrap fabric
-Glue (see post for options)
-Sewing needle
-Sewing thread
-Stuffing (see post for options)
-Scissors
-Ink pen or fabric marker
-Sewing machine (optional but helpful)
-Pinking shears (optional but helpful)
-Skewer stick (optional but helpful)
-Embroidery thread (decorative and optional)-Large button (decorative and optional)
Step by Step Instructions:
1. Trace and Cut
Trace the outside of the lid with a pen or marker on the wrong side of fabric. Cut around the outside of the traced circle leaving about a 1/2 inch of fabric on the outside of the line for a seam allowance. Repeat process to make two pieces total.
2. Sew
Pin the two circles, right sides together with the wrong side of the fabric facing out. Sew directly on top of the traced circle but leave about a one to a one and half inch opening. I used a sewing machine but you could also hand stitch it if desired.
3. Trim, flip and iron.
Trim notches in the seam allowance to help it to shape better and prevent fraying. This is when pinking shears would come in handy. I couldn't find mine so I just added notches using regular scissors. Then flip the fabric right side out. You can use the flat end of a skewer tip to help gently push out the edges if desired. Iron flat.
4. Stuff and Close.
5. Decorate as desired.
I threaded a needle with embroidery thread and added a stitch in the center to create a tuft. I then added four long stitches reaching from the front center to the back center. I added a decorative button on top to finish.
6. Attach pin cushion to the inside of lid.
I hot glued the pin cushion inside the canister lid. I wanted a more temporary attachment so I could replace it if needed in the future. That is why I opted to use hot glue. You can always attach it to the inside using a stronger glue if desired for a more permanent bond.
7. Fill with supplies and enjoy!
I hope you enjoyed this tutorial and until next time, happy upcycling!
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Never knew making sewing kit baskets would be this easy and relaxing :))
ReplyDeleteYour tutorial's really helpful and detailed. Thanks so much.
What a cute idea and so handy. I love how you turned the lid into a pin cushion.
ReplyDeleteI love love love this! So cute! Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI find the idea of using steel wire as stuffing for a pin cushion brilliant. Lovely tutorial overall!
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun and great DIY project. I enjoy to do this projects with my daughter on the weekends.
ReplyDeleteThis turned out so cute! Such a good idea.
ReplyDeleteI love the fabric that you used for the cushion. It is adorable!
ReplyDeleteI've made one of these too! Very easy even for a non-crafty person.
ReplyDeleteThis is an awesome idea to give life to unused items. I got many unused jars at home. You game me inspiration!
ReplyDeleteThis turned out so super adorable. I never would have thought to do an upcycle quite like this.
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