Amanda Jean is a real encourager, scrap-happy and then some, gathering oodles of us up each week for her finish it up Friday link-up. AND she is an avid pincushion maker and collector so a pincushion party made perfect sense! Her Good Neighbors collection is a colorful and delightful mix, with white thrown into every piece. I chose one of my favorite prints for the top of my pincushion - the "X's". The charcoal makes a great low-volume choice, and I know it'll be making its way into other projects.
The little bow-tie blocks are 2" finished, so this is one mega 6" pincushion, quilted in a dense grid. I hand-washed the quilted patchwork to add more texture before continuing on with construction.
By continuing on, I mean I was having so much good neighborly fun, I had to make the "bottom" as interesting as the "top", so I make some cross blocks (2 3/4" finished) and matchstick quilted them, again washing before the final step.
The Silver Lining "Cross Stitch" print was perfect for the sides, adding just a bit of calm to all that color. And per my norm, I filled my pincushion with crushed walnut shells.
Meanwhile, enjoy the party and check out these hashtags on Instagram to see more Good Neighbors fun: #goodneighborsfabric and #connectingthreads.
9/1/2015 Amanda Jean – Crazy Mom Quilts
9/2/2015 Anna – Noodlehead
9/3/2015 Mary – Mary on Lake Pulaski
9/4/2015 Svetlana – S.o.t.a.k Handmade
9/5/2015 Debbie – Esch House Quilts
9/6/2015 Holly – Bijou Lovely
9/7/2015 Carla – Grace and Favour
9/8/2015 Faith – Fresh Lemons Quilts
9/9/2015 Vanessa – V and Co.
9/10/2015 Anna – Thimbleanna
9/11/2015 Krista – Poppyprint Creates
9/12/2015 Erin – Why Not Sew
9/13/2015 Lee – May Chappell
9/14/2015 Alex – Teaginny Designs
9/15/2015 Cheryl – Nap Time Quilter
9/16/2015 Penny – Sew Take a Hike
9/17/2015 Amy – During Quilt Time
9/18/2015 Debbie – A Quilter’s Table (you're here!)
9/19/2015 Anne – Spring Leaf Studios
9/20/2015 Melissa – Happy Quilting
9/21/2015 Amber – One Shabby Chick
9/22/2015 Nettie – A Quilt is Nice
9/23/2015 Adrianne – Little Bluebell
9/24/2015 Cindy – Live a Colorful Life
9/25/2015 Amy – Diary of a Quilter
9/26/2015 Chase – Quarter Inch Mark
9/27/2015 Rene – Rene Creates
9/28/2015 Erin – House on Hill Road
9/29/2015 Nicole – Modern Handcraft
9/30/2015 Teri – Connecting Threads
9/2/2015 Anna – Noodlehead
9/3/2015 Mary – Mary on Lake Pulaski
9/4/2015 Svetlana – S.o.t.a.k Handmade
9/5/2015 Debbie – Esch House Quilts
9/6/2015 Holly – Bijou Lovely
9/7/2015 Carla – Grace and Favour
9/8/2015 Faith – Fresh Lemons Quilts
9/9/2015 Vanessa – V and Co.
9/10/2015 Anna – Thimbleanna
9/11/2015 Krista – Poppyprint Creates
9/12/2015 Erin – Why Not Sew
9/13/2015 Lee – May Chappell
9/14/2015 Alex – Teaginny Designs
9/15/2015 Cheryl – Nap Time Quilter
9/16/2015 Penny – Sew Take a Hike
9/17/2015 Amy – During Quilt Time
9/18/2015 Debbie – A Quilter’s Table (you're here!)
9/19/2015 Anne – Spring Leaf Studios
9/20/2015 Melissa – Happy Quilting
9/21/2015 Amber – One Shabby Chick
9/22/2015 Nettie – A Quilt is Nice
9/23/2015 Adrianne – Little Bluebell
9/24/2015 Cindy – Live a Colorful Life
9/25/2015 Amy – Diary of a Quilter
9/26/2015 Chase – Quarter Inch Mark
9/27/2015 Rene – Rene Creates
9/28/2015 Erin – House on Hill Road
9/29/2015 Nicole – Modern Handcraft
9/30/2015 Teri – Connecting Threads
I know are can't win, and I hope it doesn't mess your random number generator up too much, but I just had to tell you how much I love your sweet pincushion! The little bow ties are so sweet! The 'X"s fabric will be a great low volume addition too!
ReplyDeleteSooo cute and tiny!
ReplyDeleteBest regards from Germany,
Kathrin
Love your pincushion!!
ReplyDeleteYour cushion is fabulous!! thank you!
ReplyDeleteI think I like the backside of your pincushion best, but the front is also great!
ReplyDeleteYour pincushion is adorable! I love the quilting and the extra large size. Thank you for a chance to win this new gorgeous favbric.
ReplyDeleteEveryone needs a monster pin cushion, right next to their trusty machine! It's better if it's made with fun fabric, designed by a friend. And are those scrumptious Tulip pins? I bought some from the Quilting Loft when I last visited Seattle, and alas, that store is now closed. Have fun using the cushie!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love the pincushion. It is inspiring me to try the pattern and method of quilting and washing before construction.
ReplyDeleteDebbie
ReplyDeleteSo thats the secret ..hand washing . Thanks for the tips and I also adore the bowties . its a great neighborly pinnie, top, sides and bottom. We all love a Silver Lining :)
P.s. Thoroughly enjoyed you quilts via post
Such an adorable pincushion! I love the idea of washing the top before constructing the pincushion. I'm definitely giving that a try. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteReally cute. Loving this blog hop.
ReplyDeleteAmazing pincushion! I love that both sides are beautiful :-) Good Neighbors fabric is so cheerful and bright. Im hoping I can see it in person someday :-)
ReplyDeleteLove love love this one. I should order some of the low volume prints
ReplyDeleteHoly cow! Those little blocks...are...so...dang...cute! I am in love with it! Great job, one of my favorites for sure!
ReplyDeleteI love the tiny blocks and your use of color - the gray is such a nice calming tone with the brights.
ReplyDeleteYour pincushion is ADORABLE! Such tiny pieces!
ReplyDeleteYou are soooo Creative!! Gorgeous Pin Cushion!! Thanks for sharing all the lil' tips...like washing the pieces before finished construction & all. It is Awesome! & thanks for chance to win your Drawing too! :)
ReplyDeleteHow interesting! Beautiful detail on both top & bottom of pincushion!
ReplyDeleteThis is one of my favorites!
I love me a big pincushion and this one is awesome from top to bottom! Adding it to my Pinterest board next. Gorgeous fabrics...I already have them pinned, too.
ReplyDeleteYour teeny, tiny patchwork is so amazing! Love your pincushion, and the Good Neighbors fabric!
ReplyDeleteFantastic pincushion. Those are some really tiny pieces to work with.
ReplyDeleteThose are some teeny blocks. Love both sides. ALL of my pin cushions are big. I use lots of pins.
ReplyDeleteThis is wonderful. Great use of some really fun prints. Thanks for the opportunity!
ReplyDeleteVery nice Pincushion! Very tiny piecing!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, oh my gosh, oh my gosh! I LOVE your bowtie pincushion. Sweetness!
ReplyDeleteSo fun watching all these darling pincushions emerge, and I love Amanda's new fabric line! Your pincushion is one of my absolute faves :)
ReplyDeleteTwo tiny quilts in one pincushion -- I love it!!
ReplyDeleteThis is my favorite pin cushion at the "party!" And after having read your post, I know it's because you took the time to put that quilty texture into it. Your pin cushion is sooooo cute! If you enlarged it, wouldn't it make a great floor pillow?! :-D
ReplyDeleteWhat a great pincushion. If I were flipping it rather than a coin, I'd win no matter what!
ReplyDeleteYour pincushions are darling! I love these fabrics!
ReplyDeleteThis is the cutest pincushion ever. I wouldn't know which side to use.
ReplyDeleteWow, what a beautiful, detailed pincushion! sarah@forrussia.org
ReplyDeleteThat is such an adorable pincushion! The fabrics are amazing first of all, and then your amazing design ideas for those tiny squares! Love the beauty on both top and bottom!
ReplyDeleteLove the two sided pin cushion. I love this fabric and look forward to owning some of my own. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite pincushion so far! Going to have to try this one shop123(at)elenabattles(dot)com
ReplyDeleteI agree with the others, this is my favorite pincushion at the party so far! Lovely work!,
ReplyDeleteFun, wonderful 2-sided pin cushion! It's great that Amanda is designing for Connecting Threads.
ReplyDeletemfhagopian@aol.com
Love your pin cushion and love this line. :)
ReplyDeleteAdore that pinchusion! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteLove the tight quilting on your "mini quilts" and that you washed them to make texture!
ReplyDeleteCute pincushion and I love that fun, cheery, colourful fabric collection!!
ReplyDeleteOh! Your designs are adorable! I really like that you made this reversible. And the post-washing makes a difference in the finish. Such a cute design. I have only practical "pin cushions" (AKA store-bought), so all of these are great fun to see. Thanks for the chance to win too!
ReplyDeleteSuper cute pin cushion, with super cute fabric!
ReplyDeleteOh so cute, thank you for sharing. Have a great day! dawnm1993(at)gmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy for Amanda Jean. She has a beautiful premier fabric Lin e. You did a great job showcasing her prints on this two-sided pincushion
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh! I love BOTH SIDES of your pincushion! Awesome job!
ReplyDeleteWoW! You did a great job! Hand-washing - I'd have never thought of it. Have a nice weekend
ReplyDeleteSuch bright cheery fabrics, thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteSuper cute!
ReplyDeleteLove this fabric line! Your pincushion is really cute. Great job!
ReplyDeleteThe more I see things sewn with this fabric the more I love it
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute pincushion! Thanks for the chance to win a charm pack, peterstankovich@comcast.net
ReplyDeleteLove, love your pin cushion!
ReplyDeleteThese are so cute. I think its time I try to make one!
ReplyDeleteLoving these fabrics and everyone's pin cushions!
ReplyDeleteShellie
quiltingbean1@msn.com
Really like how much of the fabric line you used--both sides are great! And the look of washed patchwork--mmm :)
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ReplyDeleteYour pin cushion is darling...both sides! I might need to make a new one today, as my wine glass may have tipped over last night and those walnut shells in my pin cushion really soaked up the red wine well!
ReplyDeleteThat is adorable! Love it.
ReplyDeleteI hope I win!
bcastiel at excite dot com
Love both sides!! So cute!
ReplyDeleteI adore your pincushions. They look like they'd be so much fun to make and perfect to have in your sewing room. Marianne P
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Great idea to wash it and get it all crinkly before assembly.
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute pincushion--and two-sided at that! Thanks for the chance. robinsheloratearthlinkdotnet
ReplyDeleteCute double sided pincushion. 24Tangent@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteYour pincushion turned out cute! I never understand why I shouldn't make fun for top and bottom/front and back. :)
ReplyDeleteLove that pincushion!! Definitely have to make a 2 sided one in the future. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeletepincushion perfection!!!! I bet everyone who gets some of this fabric will make a pincushion before they make anything else!!! I know I will!!! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm greatly enjoying seeing all of the entries in the pincushion parade!
ReplyDeleteYour pincushion is adorable! Such patient stitching!
ReplyDeleteAmanda's "Good Neighbor" collection is so pretty. I love the colors. I would really like to win some, thank you for the chance!!!
you're pincushion is fabulous! It's been so much fun seeing what everyone has come up with.
ReplyDeleteI love your pincushion. This fabric line is so cute and versatile. Love it!
ReplyDeleteYour pincushions look great and the fabrics are wonderful!
ReplyDeleteThis is adorable! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteThat lovely pinnie could have its own zip code with all the detail and charm you put into it!
ReplyDeletePick me please.... Love, love Your pin cushions, would love to make some of my own. Thanks
ReplyDeletelove your pin cushion
ReplyDeleteYour pincushion(s) are gorgeous!! I may have to make a similar one one day :)
ReplyDeleteThis is a great collection! I've enjoyed checking out everyone's pin cushions.
ReplyDeleteI love your pincushion. The quilting is beautiful too.
ReplyDeleteLove them ( counts as 2 right ). Great job on showcasing Amanda Jeans fabric line.
ReplyDeleteSweet! Sweet! Sweet! I think this would also be so adorable in a full size cushion! Love it!
ReplyDeleteWho would have thought to make a reversible pin cushion? Great idea. Love Amanda Jean's fabric line.
ReplyDeleteInspiring to see such clean work on tiny projects, beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI really love your pin cushion! Such details! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteLooks like everyone's getting pincushions for xmas this year!
ReplyDeleteHi love the 2sided pin cushion! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletemsstitcher1214@gmail.com
Your pincushion is so cute. I'll have to try those little bow tie blocks. Neat quilting, too.
ReplyDeleteAdorable
ReplyDeleteI guess that is a good sized pincushion! Love it! Amanda Jean's fabrics are beautiful. Thanks for the opportunity to win!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute pincushion. Love your fabric choices. So happy to see Amanda's designs with Connecting Threads.
ReplyDeleteThank for the chance to win a prize.
Loving this hop and your pincushion is adorable.
ReplyDeleteI love your little pin cushions! So cute. Thanks!
ReplyDeletePlease click on the delaineelliott above for my email link.
The bowties are very cute.
ReplyDeleteWow, your pincushion is so nice and big and the fabrics are great! Thanks and God bless! ILuvTheEucharist @ aol.com
ReplyDeleteGreat idea to patchwork both bottom and top!
ReplyDeleteI like your idea of having the bottom as decorative as the top, plus the added embroidery is so precious! This fabric collection is so pretty. I'd be so happy to work with it!
ReplyDeleteso pretty...thanks for the great giveaway and showing the beautiful pin cushion
ReplyDeleteerin2470@hotmail.com
Love your pincushion Debbie! And Amanda Jean's fabric is wonderful! Thank you for the giveaway ...
ReplyDeleteThis is adorable! Love that it is two-sided!
ReplyDeletedetermineddebby at gmail dot com
Your piecing is adorable! And this is such a cute pincushion in Amanda's fabric. Thanks for sharing it with us.
ReplyDeleteAdorable! Both the fabric and the project! Pbstrand@msn.com
ReplyDeleteWhat a clever pincushion! The fabrics are beautifully perfect for it! -- soparkaveataoldotcom
ReplyDeleteA double-sided pin cushion is a great idea.
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, your pincushion is just adorable. LOVE it! And those fabrics I was already checking those out and contemplating buying some. I'd love a charm pack for sure.
ReplyDeleteThank you.
You knocked this out of the park Debbie! I love the texture
ReplyDeleteLove your pin cushion, and Amanda Jean's fabric looks great!
ReplyDeleteBoth sides are amazing, love the matchstick quilting.
ReplyDeleteI love your little pincushions. I collect and make these so thanks for the inspiration and giveaway.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win. Love your pincushion!
ReplyDeleteI think the patterns you chose for your pincushions are pretty darn cute! The fabric is wonderful too. thank you
ReplyDeleteSuch bright colors - I love this fabric line.
ReplyDeleteLove your matchstick quilting! Adorable. Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteOnce again--sooo cute and useful. I love it!
ReplyDeleteGone are the days of wool pincushions! Ha!
Great photography, too!
Love your pincushion!
ReplyDeleteGood Neighbors needs a Sew Together bag in honor of Amanda Jean. I volunteer! Melody mmsrygley@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteSooo cute! Thank you for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI love the new Good Neighbors fabric!
ReplyDeleteSo adorable!!!
ReplyDeleteI love the double-sided fun!
ReplyDeleteI love how you quilted this!
ReplyDeleteI love your pincushion. Such cute blocks!
ReplyDeleteI love your pincushion! I really like how you quilted it as well.
ReplyDeleteFantastic pincushion and fantastic quilting!
ReplyDeleteI love this fabrics and your pincushion is super bright!!!
ReplyDeleteI don't know how you made such small blocks! Your pincushion is super cute. I think I'm going to try to make myself one today - I really need a pincushion! And if I am lucky enough to win the charm pack, I would have to make some more in honor of Amanda Jean and her love for them. I really love the fabríc! But I don't think I'm ready to try the super tiny piecing yet, plain squares for me :)
ReplyDeleteLove the fabrics and your pincushion is fabulous!
ReplyDeleteIt amazes me how cute all the pin cushions are turning out - and so different! I think it's interesting to see which fabrics are chosen. I'd have a hard time deciding because the whole collection is super cute. ktsquiltdreams (at)gmail (dot)com
ReplyDeleteVery nice pincushion. I like big ones so they don't get lost. But then again if I'd clean off my sewing space more often that wouldn't be an issue. I too like crushed walnut shells. I've been busy making pinky ring pincushions. Do you know what and where to buy the kind of stuffing found in the small strawberry pincushions that is supposed to sharpen the needles? Karen
ReplyDeleteLove that you made a top and bottom. Sew cute.
ReplyDeleteLove your Good Neighbor pincushion ! You made such a beautiful top and bottom!
ReplyDeleteSusie
What a cute pin cushion, thanks for the giveaway x
ReplyDeleteIain.ross30 at gmail dot com
I love that this pincushion is pieced on both sides. Very cute!
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Seeing all the lovely pin cushions is making me want to do one.
ReplyDeleteLove your pincushion! lkline2010 at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteYour Pincushions are delightful! Thanks for sharing the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI love that you hand washed them before finishing. They look great!
ReplyDeleteLove your pincushion - practical and cute!
ReplyDeleteLove this pin cushion!
ReplyDeleteSweet pincushion & it looks like a great fabric collection! annesimonot@sasktel.net
ReplyDeleteI cannot believe how tiny and perfect your blocks that make up this pin cushion are! beautiful! buffyh_6 (AT) yahoo (DOT) com
ReplyDeleteAwesome pincushion - love the matchstick quilting!!!
ReplyDeleteLove, love,love! Very cute. Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteDmac5958ataoldotcom
front and back!
ReplyDeleteDouble the patchy fun.
Love the little bow ties! Thanks for the chance! onlydiamonds[at]hotmail.com
ReplyDeleteThe little bow ties are so cute! Thanks for sharing your ideas! cknapp3626(at)sbcglobal(dot)net
ReplyDeleteLove your pin cushion! Would love a chance to win some charm squares of the cheerful Good Neighbors collection!
ReplyDeletelovely pincushion. thanks for sharing and the chance to win your giveaway
ReplyDeleteI love that you made your cushion two sided! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteThis is so awesome!
ReplyDeleteOh!! What a *great* idea, to wash the quilted parts before final assembly of the pincushion!!
ReplyDeleteI love all your choices... colors, fabrics, patterns... And the washing is a brilliant idea, to bring out the texture of the quilting!!
Thank you!
(Another wonderful pincushion I have to make!!)
Cute pincushion! Would love to win some Good Neighbors fabric. Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteVicki
Love the twosidedness idea! Love this new line also! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteDebbie, Thank you for playing with my new fabric and for being a part of the pincushion party! I am so glad you did! I Love that the pincushion is large and that you match stick quilted it AND made it two-sided. You aren't an overachiever at all, are you?!?!?! :) You did an amazing job...and I love the tip of hand washing the patchwork before you assembled it for added texture. What a great idea!
ReplyDeleteYour pincushion is fabulous. Such detail. Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteWow! I just love your pincushion. So much tiny detail, it is so fun.
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