Links to free pincushion patterns and tutorials around the web.

Acorn Pincushion - Tutorial [offsite link]
Step by step instructions for making an acorn shaped pincushion.

African Violet Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
This tutorial is an expansion on Jen Segrest´s basic bottlecap pincushion.

Apple Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
Pattern and instructions for making an apple-shaped pincushion.

Big and Bold Pincushions [offsite link]
Make a bold statement with these jumbo sized pincushions (6 x 6 x 3 inches).

Blowfish Pincushion [offsite link]
I love fish so this is right up my alley! I love the lips.

Butterfly Pincushion [offsite link]
Pattern and instructions for making a butterfly pincushion.

Carrot Pincushion - Tutorial [offsite link]
Make a carrot shaped pincushion.

Chicken Pincushion [offsite link]
Make a chicken pincushion.

Cup & Saucer Pin Cushion [offsite link]
This is a cup of joe you can really stick a pin in!

Cupcake Pincushion [offsite link]
These cupcake pincushions are almost good enough to eat!

Cute Pumpkin Pincushions [offsite link]
These squishy pumpkin pincushions have tons of personality!

Dainty Blossoms Couch Pincushion [offsite link]
If you do a lot of hand sewing on the couch, this pincushion will be a great help!

Doily Pin Cushion Tutorial [offsite link]
Embellish a simple pincushion with a doily for a special look.

Dragonfly Needle Book/ Pin Cushion [offsite link]
The wings hold needles and the body of the dragonfly serves as a pincushion. If you don´t quilt, just use a pretty fabric for the wings.

Egg Cup Pincushion - Tutorial [offsite link]
This pincushion is so cute and easy!

Emery Pincushion - Tutorial [offsite link]
An Instructable on how to make a pincushion filled with emery to keep your pins sharp.

Eyeball Pincushion [offsite link]
Another of Jen´s variations on the basic bottlecap pincushion.

Fantabulous Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
This tutorial demonstrates how to make a quick and easy pincushion with minimal sewing. This would be a fun kid´s project.

Fantasy Mushroom Pincushion [offsite link]
Bring the outdoors into your sewing room with this lovely mushroom pincushion.

Felt Donut Pincushion [offsite link]
This donut is calorie free!

Felt Rosebud Pincushion - Tutorial [offsite link]
Another variation on the bottle-cap pincushion, this time a rosebud.

Flower Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
An easy to make flower shaped pincushion.

Flowerpot Pincushion [offsite link]
No sewing required. Cute pincushion in a flower pot.

Folk Art Fish Pincushion [offsite link]
Perfect for a fish lover!

Glamper Pincushion [offsite link]
Don´t know what a "glamper" is? Neither did I, but it is short for "glamorous camper"! If you like to travel, this is a cute pincushion for your collection.

Granny Square Pincushion [offsite link]
If you have some crocheted squares languishing in the closet, dig them out and turn them into pincushions.

Half Doll Pincushion [offsite link]
Instructions for making a pincushion with a half doll on top. Search "half doll" for forms to use.

Hedgie Pincushion [offsite link]
If you like hedgehogs (and who doesn´t, I ask?), this is the pattern for you. I think I need a hedgie army. How many pincushions is too many?

Homegrown Tomato Pincushions [offsite link]
The tomato pincushion is a classic. Here is an updated version from Martha Stewart.

Homespun Hearts Pincushion [offsite link]
Pattern and instructions for a quilted pincushion.

Ladybug Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
This is an expansion on Jen Segrest´s basic bottlecap pincushion.

Make Do Pincushion [offsite link]
Instructions and suggestions for making a pincushion out of recycled glassware.

Monkeyroom’s Pincushion Caddy [offsite link]
This pincushion incorporates thread spools giving the pincushion a vintage look and uses two fabrics so that it can be reversible.

Mother´s Pin Box [offsite link]
This pretty fabric box opens to reveal pin storage inside. Give it a second to load the archived page.

Mouse Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
No need to scream when you see this mouse!

Mushroom Pincushion [offsite link]
This is an expansion on Jen Segrest´s basic bottlecap pincushion.

Needles, Pins and Pincushions
Needles and pins were once so valuable that women may have had just one fine needle with which to do all their hand sewing. Pincushions, keeping pins and needles secure, were often made of pewter or silver in decorative shapes to display on fireplace mantels - thought to bring good luck to the home.

Offset Square Wrist Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
This tutorial shows how to make a pincushion for your wrist.

Pansy Pincushion [offsite link]
Pattern for a pincushion appliqued with a pansy flower.

Patchwork Pincushion [offsite link]
Make a patchwork pincushion with this pattern.

Patchwork Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
Illustrated instructions for making a pieced pincushion.

Pea Pod Wrist Pin Cushion [offsite link]
This wrist pincushion depicts peas in a pod and is adorable!

Pear Pincushion [offsite link]
Make a cute pear-shaped pincushion.

Pieced Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
Paper pieced pincushion. Squares turn into a flower shape, very cute.

Pincushion [offsite link]
Instructions for a box-shaped pincushion.

Pincushion Cuff Tutorial [offsite link]
A wearable pincushion for your wrist on a wide cuff.

Pincushion Hang Up [offsite link]
Here is a pincushion that hangs rather than rests on a surface for those who like to keep their work surface clear.

Pincushion Jar Tutorial [offsite link]
No sewing here, but I am including it anyway because it is so cute! A pincushion from a canning jar.

Pincushion Pattern [offsite link]
Follow the link on this page to a pattern and instructions for a four-patch pincushion with a ruffle trim.

Pincushion Ring [offsite link]
A quick and easy pincushion that you can make using a jewelry ring blank.

Pincushion Thread Catcher Tutorial [offsite link]
A tutorial showing how to make a pincushion with a thread catcher for your sewing area.

Pincushion Trio [offsite link]
Make a trio of pincushions in three different sizes.

Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
Illustrated directions for making a four-patch pincushion with a button in the middle.

Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
An easy wrist pincushion using a recycled beverage bottle lid.

Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
Pattern and tutorial for a pieced pincushion in a .pdf format.

Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
Tutorial for a simple rectangular pincushion with ribbon embellishment.

Pod Flower Pincushion [offsite link]
Some general directions for making a pod flower pincushion from wool felt.

Pretty Pincushion with a Button Center [offsite link]
Learn how to make a square, pieced pincushion with a button center. A great way to show off your fancy buttons.

Pretty Pincushions [offsite link]
Jen Segrest shows you how to make bottlecap pincushions. I have links to some of the variations on this theme.

Radiance Pincushion [offsite link]
Pattern and instructions for a pieced pincushion that looks like rays radiating from a round center.

Sewing Caddy and detachable Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
This sewing caddy incorporates a detachable pincushion so you can keep it where you need it!

Sheep Pincushion [offsite link]
Link opens a .pdf. Pattern and instructions for this cute sheep pincushion with scissors and tape measure holder.

Silk Strawberry Pincushion [offsite link]
Pattern and instructions for a strawberry pincushion made from silk.

Sitting Pretty Pincushion [offsite link]
This pincushion looks like a fancy chair!

Small Wonder Pin Blossom [offsite link]
A pieced pincushion pattern in the shape of a flower.

Square-in-a-Square Pincushion [offsite link]
Make this pincushion from an easy quilt block.

Stickin´ it to the pincushion - Tutorial [offsite link]
Tutorial for making a round, tied pincushion.

Strawberry Pincushions [offsite link]
Almost good enough to eat!

Suitcase Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
Illustrated instructions for making a pincushion that looks like a well-traveled suitcase. Instructions in English and German.

Sunny Wrist Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
Wear some sunshine on your wrist with this easy to make wrist pincushion.

Teacup Pincushions [offsite link]
Make a cute teacup pincushion using felted wool.

Thumb Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
Make a pincushion for your thumb.

Toadstool Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
Instructions for making a toadstool pincushion from felt.

Traveling Pincushion [offsite link]
This pincushion is made with a lidded container making it multipurpose!

Turtle Pincushion [offsite link]
Ok, this one wins the cuteness prize. And, it is a sewing kit too!

Very Easy Pincushions - Tutorial [offsite link]
Round, fluffy pincushion pattern from the Purl Bee.

Weighted Pincushion Organizer [offsite link]
Instructions for making a sewing organizer with a pincushion and detachable thread catcher(link opens a .pdf).

Western Star Pincushion [offsite link]
This is a pieced pincushion that may require some quilting experience.

Wild Flower Pincushion [offsite link]
Pattern and instructions for a pretty flower pincushion.

Woodland Cottage Pincushion [offsite link]
Pattern and instructions for making a miniature woodland cottage pincushion. Adorable!

Wool Flower Pincushions [offsite link]
This charming pincushion is made using wool.

Wool Flower Pincushions [offsite link]
This link has patterns and instructions for making wool pincushions adorned with either primrose flowers or hibiscus flowers.

Wool Pincushion [offsite link]
Pattern and instructions for a hat-shaped pincushion made from wool.

Wrist Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
Here is a tutorial for making a pincushion to wear on your wrist.

Wristwatch Pincushion Tutorial [offsite link]
Learn how to make a pincushion that resembles wristwatch.

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