May 1st will be the start of a fun new Sew-A-Long on Instagram! I am hosting the #microminisal and will be having some great giveaways during the month of May. This little heart micro mini quilt is a free pattern that I am posting for those who are looking for something to get started with. It is a foundation paper-pieced pattern and I have coloured the sewing sections to help make it a little easier. Simply drag the image onto your desktop and print it off! Want to join in? Simply follow me on IG at Berry_Birdy for all the exciting updates and #microminisal for all the pics and entires to win the prizes!
With a few small little leftover pieces and this adorable vintage milk white bowl, I made this super easy pincushion for my sewing room! These instructions are so easy to follow and you will find it come together very quickly! Please note: this pincushion will fit into a 5"- 6" container. Cut 13 pieces from your favourite scraps that measure 1 1/2"X 3". Fold them over lengthwise and sew a 1/4" seam across the top. Turn the point right side out and press as shown. Sew the pieces together along the sides using a 1/4" seam. Sew them all in a row. This is the back of the pieces sewn together. Lay on your cutting table and trim them to 2 1/4" from the point. Sew them together to form a complete circle. Using your finger, fold all the seams in the same direction making the fabrics overlap slightly to form the flower shape. You will need to gently move the pieces so that they all end up folding the same amount. Press well. Cu...
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