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Monday, September 16, 2013

Final Day for the Pin It Blog Hop and a Little Surprise

Hi everyone! So glad you stopped by.

As you know, today is the last day of the Pin It Blog Hop.  Wasn't this hop amazing?  There was a feast of fabulous pincushions made by some very talented and creative women.

Before I show you my creations I would like to thank Madame Samm for coming up with the themes and for hosting the blog hops which, in turn, gives us an outlet to showcase our creations for the whole world to see.  Thank you Kristen for getting us organized and cheering us on.  Last, but not least, thank you to our sponsors P&B Textiles and Bird Brain Designs for the awesome giveaways.

Can you believe I did not have one single pincushion until I participated in this blog hop? Well it's absolutely true.  I've been using a magnetic pin holder forever.


I love owls so I decided to use the "Who Knew" pattern from Susie C. Shore Designs. It's 3.5" tall and the wings can be used to hold my needles. The pattern used felt for the wings.  I didn't have any felt, so I used cotton fabric and a layer of cotton batting.  Don't you think this would also make an adorable hanging ornament?


I wasn't planning on making another pincushion, but while I was out shopping one day I spotted a ceramic watering can ... on clearance and an additional 70% off the clearance price. It called out to me ... "Make me a pincushion.  Make me a pincushion!".  So, what did I do?  I bought it and made it into a pincushion. Yep, that's a cute little lady bug you see there on one of the petals.





The two pincushions together.



Thank you for stopping by. Time for you to visit the other creative ladies who shared the day with me. Wait, wait, wait ... don't leave just yet. I have something for YOU.  I'm going to give one of you lucky people out there the "Handy Who!" pattern from Susie C. Shore Designs. I love her patterns.  Everyone who leaves a comment has a chance to win. Become a follower (or if you are already a follower) you'll get an extra entry if you leave a second comment telling me how you follow (via email or Google Friends Connect).  The winner will be chosen and notified by email on Monday, September 22.


OK, now you can go visit the other bloggers. : )



Peace,
Jan

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109 comments:

  1. Kristen KingSeptember 16, 2013 at 11:20 PM

    Those are some great pincushions!!! I especially love the flower and just might need to make one. :)

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  2. Vroomans' QuiltsSeptember 16, 2013 at 11:24 PM

    Now I just adore the watering can with the flower in it - just too cute and how nice that would look on the sewing table. Thank you for sharing your talents with us.

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  3. ScrapatchesSeptember 16, 2013 at 11:54 PM

    Very cute. The flower in the watering can is sew bright and lovely. I really like the little owl pincushion. Thanks for a chance to win the pattern ... :) Pat

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  4. DeonnSeptember 16, 2013 at 11:57 PM

    Sweet little owl! I think he'd make a great ornament, fun. Oh, I love that you listened to the watering can - that's the cutest flower pot ever!

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  5. janSeptember 17, 2013 at 12:15 AM

    Those are both adorable! The flower is really pretty and I love the ladybug.
    I am already a follower.
    xo jan@sewandsowfarm

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  6. AmySeptember 17, 2013 at 12:16 AM

    Just a sweet flower and owl. Love them. P.S. I almost bought the same pot and used on my cactus. It wasn't quite on that good of a sale though. Thanks for sharing. ;)

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  7. AmySeptember 17, 2013 at 12:16 AM

    I follow you! ;) GFC

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  8. LydsfireSeptember 17, 2013 at 12:35 AM

    That's one funky owl! great colors!

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  9. Judy BSeptember 17, 2013 at 12:39 AM

    Beautiful pin cushions! Thank you for sharing.

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  10. Judy BSeptember 17, 2013 at 12:39 AM

    I follow via GFC!

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  11. CorinaSeptember 17, 2013 at 12:49 AM

    Cute owl and lovely flower!

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  12. ElsSeptember 17, 2013 at 1:07 AM

    I love the owls!

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  13. Sunshine GirlSeptember 17, 2013 at 1:22 AM

    They are both lovely. Thanks for sharing.

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  14. Terry@ a quilting blogSeptember 17, 2013 at 1:38 AM

    Love both your pincushions...so pretty! Thanks for sharing :)

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  15. Britt-IngerSeptember 17, 2013 at 1:42 AM

    Your pincushions are sew cute. Thanks for sharing

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  16. Heleen GrootSeptember 17, 2013 at 2:03 AM

    I love both your pincushions! Especially the flower. It is just so cute! A pincushion was among the first things I made....I have tons. Don't worry. You will get there too.... You will feel the need to make more and more of them. That first one...that is how they get you! Good luck!

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  17. Heidi [Banks of Frog Creek]September 17, 2013 at 2:06 AM

    I follow through Bloglovin!

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  18. VeraSeptember 17, 2013 at 4:32 AM

    There is something about owls. Wisdom? No they incredibly cute :-)

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  19. Marga (MarPie)September 17, 2013 at 4:56 AM

    The owl is very cute but I am in love with the flower, that one makes me happy.

    Warm regards from Holland,
    Marga♥

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  20. BetsySeptember 17, 2013 at 5:04 AM

    Such wonderful creativity. Sunflowers are my favorite flowers. Thanks for the chance.

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  21. BetsySeptember 17, 2013 at 5:04 AM

    I follow with GFC

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  22. ThearicaSeptember 17, 2013 at 5:33 AM

    oh my! The owl is great but that watering can is fantastic!

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  23. Marjorie's Busy CornerSeptember 17, 2013 at 5:39 AM

    You did a fantastic job!! I like both ,but love the watering can

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  24. KaySeptember 17, 2013 at 5:40 AM

    Your pincushions are fab, I really like the owl as I have a little thing for them. Enjoy using them! Thanks for a fun giveaway too.
    ks(dot)eyles(at)yahoo(dot)co(dot)uk

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  25. MarilynSeptember 17, 2013 at 5:58 AM

    I love owls and an owl pincushion would be just great. I also really like your watering can pincushion. You will have a flower garden all year :)

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  26. Elizabeth CoughlinSeptember 17, 2013 at 6:23 AM

    They're both wonderful, but I especially like the flower in the watering can!

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  27. Siouxzq64@gmail.comSeptember 17, 2013 at 6:41 AM

    Great pincushions but the flower is gorgeous. The owl is a great idea though for pins and the needles too!

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  28. MicheleSeptember 17, 2013 at 6:44 AM

    They are both adorable. Thanks for sharing.

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  29. SparkySeptember 17, 2013 at 6:45 AM

    I am so into your vivid colour..lovely jan

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  30. krislovesfabricSeptember 17, 2013 at 7:17 AM

    Love that owl and your flower just looks lovely in the watering can!!

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  31. Carol SwiftSeptember 17, 2013 at 7:21 AM

    So, so cute! I love the owl and that flower in the watering can is gorgeous!

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  32. tink's momSeptember 17, 2013 at 7:27 AM

    Love the owl, yes he would make a great ornament. The sunflower is amazing and oh what a cute little lady bug, the perfect embellishment.

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  33. VickieSeptember 17, 2013 at 7:32 AM

    Very cute pin cushions, and extra special together !

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  34. Emily CSeptember 17, 2013 at 7:50 AM

    How cute. Love the owl.

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  35. Needled MomSeptember 17, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    Those are soooo cute! I love the fabrics you used to make them both so cheery!

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  36. Daryl @ Patchouli Moon StudioSeptember 17, 2013 at 8:06 AM

    Handy Who is a hoot! So cute, But the watering can with the flower you made is wonderful! Great giveaway too, thanks.

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  37. Bente-I like to QuiltBlogSeptember 17, 2013 at 8:06 AM

    Lovely pincushions, the flower makes me smile, love sunflowers!
    Thanks for sharing!

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  38. Daryl @ Patchouli Moon StudioSeptember 17, 2013 at 8:07 AM

    I am a new follower now and looking forward to seeing more beautiful creations from you.

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  39. MichelleSeptember 17, 2013 at 8:14 AM

    Sew cute!

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  40. Deb@asimplelifequiltsSeptember 17, 2013 at 8:19 AM

    You are off to a great start on your pincushion collection!

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  41. DeAnna September 17, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    Both are very cute. You did an awesome job!

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  42. DeAnna September 17, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    I'm a follower through GFC. Thanks for the giveaway chance.

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  43. Vicki BSeptember 17, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    I love your owl. So bright and cheery. If I don't win, I guess I'll have to buy the pattern. It is just adorable.
    tvbart@charter.net

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  44. Vicki BSeptember 17, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    I love your owl. So bright and cheery. If I don't win, I guess I'll have to buy the pattern. It is just adorable.
    tvbart@charter.net

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  45. Bonnie58September 17, 2013 at 8:31 AM

    Love your watering can. Everyone has such great wonderful ideas. thanks so much for sharing.

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  46. MaraSeptember 17, 2013 at 8:48 AM

    SO glad you picked up the watering can and made it into a pincushion, it is adorable.

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  47. Jane's QuiltingSeptember 17, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    I love the watering can. Well, they are just plain adorable! Thanks for sharing with us all.

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  48. LoriSeptember 17, 2013 at 9:10 AM

    I am a new follower via email. Thanks

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  49. LoriSeptember 17, 2013 at 9:11 AM

    My only pin cushion is a pink magnet one I got about 10 yrs ago. Yours are so cute, I love the watering can with the lady bug. Love lady bugs.

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  50. MargaretSeptember 17, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    Love the idea of your watering can. It is very cute. Thanks for sharing and for being part of the blog hop

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  51. MargaretSeptember 17, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    I am a new follower per GFC

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  52. LouSeptember 17, 2013 at 9:55 AM

    Love the watering can idea! Great job!
    And your owl is a hoot and a half:) That's a good thing!

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  53. legato1958September 17, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    Your owl and watering can flower are very pretty and cute! Love your fabrics!
    Watch out.... you may have the "pincushion" bug now!! lol

    Susie
    legato1958@aol.com

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  54. legato1958September 17, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    I am a new follower by gf

    Susie
    legato1958@aol.com

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  55. LindaSeptember 17, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    How very pretty! Love the colors you used!

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  56. LindaSeptember 17, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    I'm already a follower!

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  57. PaulineSeptember 17, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    Cute pin cushions! Thanks for sharing.

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  58. LesQuiltsSeptember 17, 2013 at 10:32 AM

    Hi! I am a new follower! Love those pin cushions, I have always hearted THE Owl Pincushion! Thanks for a chance to win!
    Take care, Leslie

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  59. LesQuiltsSeptember 17, 2013 at 10:34 AM

    Hi! Thanks for the great pincushions, very creative with the watering can, I have been looking like crazy for different pincushion containers, but difficult to find the perfect one! Love The Owl, I have hearted the pattern for awhile, thanks for the chance to win!
    Take care, Leslie

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  60. CalicojoanSeptember 17, 2013 at 10:52 AM

    Ohhh soooooo cute. I love them!

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  61. carlaSeptember 17, 2013 at 11:47 AM

    Hi!!! Wow!!! These are adorable!!! I love the watering can!!! Thank You

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  62. FrederikaSeptember 17, 2013 at 12:09 PM

    These are adorable. Love them Thank you for sharing

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  63. CreateologySeptember 17, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    What...no pincushions before this hop? Your owl and flower are fantastic. I adore them. Fab hop. Creative Bliss...

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  64. JokeSeptember 17, 2013 at 1:04 PM

    Nice fabric choice, I love them both!

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  65. LJSeptember 17, 2013 at 1:52 PM

    Great pincushions. The owl is adorable but I'm so glad you made the flower/watering can - it's gorgeous.

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  66. Linda CSeptember 17, 2013 at 1:59 PM

    I love them both! The sunflower is really cute and so is the owl. Well done, Jan!

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  67. Linda CSeptember 17, 2013 at 1:59 PM

    I follow on sage feeds. THX for the giveaway opportunity.

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  68. Cindy MakiSeptember 17, 2013 at 2:00 PM

    I love both of your pincushions. I follow by email. I think the frog looks better on the Octagon, so I think your brain was telling you something when you made the octagon instead of the hex. LOL. cism1955 at g mail dot com

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  69. Quilting TangentSeptember 17, 2013 at 2:14 PM

    Cute pincushions. The Handy Who looks like something I could use to keep everything close by. 24Tangent@gmail.com

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  70. Quilting TangentSeptember 17, 2013 at 2:14 PM

    I'm a follower on bloglovin. 24Tangent@gmail.com

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  71. vickiSeptember 17, 2013 at 2:40 PM

    Cute pincushions! I really like the owl. Thanks for sharing. vickise at gmail dot com

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  72. vickiSeptember 17, 2013 at 2:41 PM

    I am a follower via email and GFC. Thanks for the giveaway. vickise at gmail dot com

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  73. Kathy HSeptember 17, 2013 at 3:08 PM

    Both of your pin cushions are so cute and I love the fabrics you chose.

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  74. Kathy HSeptember 17, 2013 at 3:08 PM

    I am a follower through GFC.

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  75. DebraKay NeimanSeptember 17, 2013 at 4:10 PM

    I am a new follower on e-mail and on google.

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  76. DebraKay NeimanSeptember 17, 2013 at 4:12 PM

    Great idea with the watering can. Everyone has these little things around, probably gathering dust.

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  77. AnonymousSeptember 17, 2013 at 4:29 PM

    Although I have pincushions, we 3 rescue kitties who "help" me by pulling pins out with their teeth, so I have to resort to the magnetic variety or closed box. You opened my eyes to new uses for things. Thanks for sharing.
    Rosemary

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  78. Kathy LSeptember 17, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    Love your creations. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  79. DebiSeptember 17, 2013 at 4:40 PM

    I've never used a magnetic pin cushion but it seems like a lot of folks do. I love your little creations! Thanks for sharing.

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  80. Marla's CraftsSeptember 17, 2013 at 5:33 PM

    I love the pin cushions. The pattern looks great also. You did a wonderful job. My favorite so far today. Thanks for sharing and having a give away.

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  81. Marla's CraftsSeptember 17, 2013 at 5:33 PM

    I love the pin cushions. The pattern looks great also. You did a wonderful job. My favorite so far today. Thanks for sharing and having a give away.

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  82. maggieSeptember 17, 2013 at 6:03 PM

    I love the pincushions that you made. Owls are so popular again and yours is great,
    cheers
    maggie

    maggiemine42@gmail.com

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  83. maggieSeptember 17, 2013 at 6:04 PM

    I am a follower of your lovely blog.
    cheers
    maggie

    maggiemine42@gmail.com

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  84. RobinSeptember 17, 2013 at 6:11 PM

    Aw, they are both so cute. I reallt like the flower with the lady bug!

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  85. Vicki HSeptember 17, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    Love the owl pincushion and would not think to use a small watering can for a cushion. Great ideas. Thanks for sharing.

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  86. SandySeptember 17, 2013 at 7:39 PM

    I love your pincushions....great fabrics also. Thanks for sharing with us.

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  87. lauraluvsloonsSeptember 17, 2013 at 8:24 PM

    That watering can made the perfect pin cushion. And I love owls, very cute.

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  88. MarcySeptember 17, 2013 at 9:39 PM

    Very cute. Your choice of fabrics is topnotch.

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  89. Connie Kresin CampbellSeptember 17, 2013 at 10:23 PM

    What cute pincushions, especially the owl! Thanks for sharing and the giveaway!

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  90. Connie Kresin CampbellSeptember 17, 2013 at 10:24 PM

    I am following you with GFC, thanks!

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  91. AudreySeptember 17, 2013 at 10:58 PM

    The watering can pin cushion is beyond adorable. The wee ladybug on the flower petals is just the right touch. Thanks for sharing and the opportunity to participate in a giveaway.

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  92. Pieced Brain Quilt DesignsSeptember 18, 2013 at 12:20 AM

    Super cute pincushions!

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  93. CarlaSeptember 18, 2013 at 12:20 AM

    The owl is cute, but when you took a picture with the watering can pin cushion it went way over the top. You created two very sweet cushions. I have several of the magnetic pin holders, but they aren't very pretty. Thanks for showing your sweet work.

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  94. nicolesenderSeptember 18, 2013 at 12:45 AM

    Darling pincushions! Love the owl.
    nicolesender(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  95. nicolesenderSeptember 18, 2013 at 12:45 AM

    gfc follower: nicolesender
    nicolesender(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  96. GinginiSeptember 18, 2013 at 2:23 AM

    Great idea and looking good. Love the little owl. :)

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  97. baukjeSeptember 18, 2013 at 4:39 AM

    Love the pincushion you made and very creative. The pattern in the giveaway is so lovely..

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  98. CarolSeptember 18, 2013 at 7:19 AM

    I love your pincushions! The owl is so cute and the flower is absolutely precious. Thanks for sharing!

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  99. beaquilterSeptember 18, 2013 at 8:09 AM

    uh uhhh i love that pattern and have wanted to get it, i have a thing for owls:)

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  100. AnonymousSeptember 18, 2013 at 8:51 AM

    This owl is the cutest pincushion. I would love to win the pattern

    senstrings at yahoo dot com

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  101. AnnSeptember 18, 2013 at 11:11 AM

    You did a great job on your pincushions. I love the owl but the watering can speaks to me because I collect old watering cans. I am going to go looking for some at the craft store. Great idea.

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  102. Rhonda D.September 18, 2013 at 11:38 AM

    I love that little hootie owl!! Thanks for the chance to win!!!

    wigglypup2(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  103. Rhonda D.September 18, 2013 at 11:38 AM

    I am a follower by both e-mail & GFC.

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  104. AnonymousSeptember 18, 2013 at 8:15 PM

    I love the owl pincushion, owls are my fave.
    smjohns63 at yahoo dot com

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  105. Judy Cooper Textile ArtistSeptember 18, 2013 at 8:52 PM

    Lovely pincushions. Thanks for sharing.

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  106. Just Quilt ItSeptember 19, 2013 at 11:07 AM

    I love both of your pin cushions--especially that adorable watering can. Great work!

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  107. Just Quilt ItSeptember 19, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    I follow on google!

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  108. StitchesSeptember 20, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    Thanks for the chance to win...

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  109. barbara woodsSeptember 24, 2013 at 5:39 PM

    i love your things , so colorful

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