PATTERN SHOWCASE: TUFFET FLATS

This is a wonderful way to use up any “orphan blocks” in a fun and satisfying way. It is also a great charm pack project for a fun and quick make. These TUFFET FLATS have become my favorite kind of pincushion both for its ease of construction as well as its charming shape appeal.

This pattern was created as a part of a special teaching workshop I did for shops at the MODA warehouses last year. The moment I designed it, I knew that it would be a perfect addition to this most recent LITTLE BOX OF FIGS as it is a perfect way to use up scraps and mini charms!

It is now available IN THE SHOP for everyone to enjoy!

The three sizes in the pattern make a most gorgeous tower of pincushions… which is my new thing… a tower of pincushions? Because… why not 🙂 ??

Finishes in 3 fun sizes, as well as 2 assembly options [turned edge or binding]:

• MINI: 5 3/4″ x 5 3/4″
• MEDIUM: 7 1/4″ x 7 1/4″
• LARGE: 8 3/4″ x 8 3/4″

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FABRIC REQUIREMENTS

• 1 CHARM PACK of PORTOFINO [or other favorite fabric]
• 1/8 yd. ivory solid -or- ivory EYELET -or- ivory print scraps
• 3/8 yd. or fat quarter for backing
• 1/8 yd. or fat quarter for binding
• 3/8 yd. PELLON 987F
• Crushed walnut hulls & Poly-fil or cotton ctuffing
• Button & floss or quilting thread for center

Other Supplies:

• Coordinating thread [I use Aurifil #2000]
• Needle for whip stitching & button threading
• Binding clips

Pattern is available via PAPER or PDF in the shop! While you’re there, check out THE NOTIONS SHOP for lots of fun enamel pins [and our favorite LITTLE HOUSE sewing pins] to adorn your newest pincushion!

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Happy Sewing,

-Joanna