Okay, I've had this idea in my head all week and I can't get it out. I know I already have a lot on my plate, but I'm thinking this might not be too much work once it's set up. Here's my idea. . .
I want to set up a pincushion challenge something like tie one on. Basically there would be a website and a flickr set. Each month there would be a new theme and you would make a pincushion and upload your picture.
I was also thinking that I could incorporate a pincushion swap a few times a year. (I know this part would be more work.) But wouldn't that be fun? It could be a pincushion & pin swap or something!
Okay, tell me what you really think about this idea.
I think that is a great idea. Ofcourse it just forces me to realize that I really really need a new sewing machine. I'm sure I could make it work all the same.
I'd be happy to help if you need any.
Posted by: Amanda | Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 12:58 PM
I think this is something I'd be interested in! I've thought about doing Tie One On, but there's just never any time to do it (I need an apron, and my daughter needs one too, but I never get around to actually making either). But little pincushions? I think I could find the time to do that. I love little projects.
Posted by: Natalie | Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 01:02 PM
I was *just* about to say "how many pincushions would one person need?" before I realised that having one pin cushion for each type of pin I own would be useful. Plus, one set for my sewing, one set for my knitting, one for my mum ...
Posted by: AmyP | Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 01:11 PM
This should pretty much eliminate the 1-2 spare minutes you still have each day.
Posted by: Pete | Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 01:29 PM
Sounds like fun. I need a new pincushion.
Posted by: Cindy | Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 01:31 PM
Sounds super! Count me in.
Posted by: Michelle | Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 01:48 PM
This is such a great idea! I've been so inspired lately by craftapolooza and bella dia and all those lovely pin cushions. Must...Make...Some! Please count me in!
Posted by: keri | Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 01:53 PM
Count me in! I have been meaning to make a pincushion for a while now. This would get me started!
Posted by: amanda | Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 01:59 PM
Im in!
Posted by: Stella | Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 02:01 PM
I would love to joing, but I just can't imagine having another second free..........
Maybe next month?
Posted by: christine | Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 02:12 PM
I think that would be a really neat idea, especially since you bring it up while I was flipping through a cross stitch magazine yesterday and was totally inspired by a really pretty pin cushion.
Posted by: Uli | Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 02:19 PM
i think it's a great idea - i'm trying to get more into sewing lately, trying to decide if i want to join backtack3 (and trying to figure out the time zone difference between boston and sydney) and all these challenges and swaps are great motivators!
Posted by: anne | Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 02:39 PM
I think this is a great idea! I've been wanting to make some since I've seen them around in blog land, and now, thanks to whip up, I know how!
And Pete's comment cracked me up!
Posted by: Jenn | Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 02:53 PM
Count me in! I need a reason to dust off my sewing machine.
Posted by: Donna K. | Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 04:58 PM
EXCELLENT idea. Yes please. Maybe you could create a knitted/felted pincushion pattern for your knitting only peeps? :)
Posted by: Nicole | Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 06:54 PM
I think it's a cute idea. That said, I need my magnetic pin holders becuase, well, with kids running around, yeah, I'll let you guess how many times pins get knocked around this house. But I think it woul dbe nice to have a bunch - leave on in each area of the house I craft in ... granted my dh might not appreciate it LOL!
Posted by: Brandie | Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 08:28 PM
love it. I'm in!
Posted by: Stephanie | Friday, April 07, 2006 at 12:19 PM
Sounds really fun. A pin cushion is small enough to make it do-able. Of course I have no idea how to make a pin cushion, but that's half the fun, right? One of my favorite possessions is a pin cushion my mom made when she was in school.
Posted by: Vicki | Friday, April 07, 2006 at 12:59 PM
I think this is a wonderful idea, I would love to take part when it goes up!
Posted by: Wishing on Clovers | Sunday, April 09, 2006 at 08:38 AM
this sounds great. I have just started sewing again and I really need a pincushion, this should finally motivate me to make one, or ten. Count me in.
Posted by: Melanie | Sunday, April 09, 2006 at 06:07 PM
Yes yes yes!!! Sounds like fun. Please count me in.
Posted by: Maritza | Monday, April 10, 2006 at 11:22 AM
yes! I think it's a great idea. Pincushions can be easy or complex, decoration-wise, so it's an idea that many could participate in.
Posted by: makewrite | Monday, April 10, 2006 at 02:26 PM
Great idea, let me know when it starts!
Posted by: Sandra | Monday, April 10, 2006 at 03:20 PM
The theme possibilities are utterly endless! Time wasted on useless creations is the bane of my existence, but making useful little pincushions, well what could possibly be a better use of my precious time?
Posted by: riarug | Monday, April 10, 2006 at 03:21 PM
I love this idea! Pincusions are not too intimidating, and allow for mega-creativity. Cool!
Posted by: *jenny | Monday, April 10, 2006 at 04:43 PM
I LOVE it! Please keep us int he loop!
Posted by: sooz | Monday, April 10, 2006 at 05:57 PM
Ahh, I love this idea! I'm so in for either the swap or the monthly challenge.
Posted by: Maitreya | Monday, April 10, 2006 at 09:38 PM
I am so. in.
I've been making pincushions lately like -mad- and all my friends are about to start sticking the pins in ME if I don't stop giving them as gifts all the time. It'd be good to have a new group of people to annoy with present these little works of art to who will appreciate them. :)
Posted by: eliza | Monday, April 10, 2006 at 10:58 PM
Basic premise: One can never have too many pin cushions. Of course you can't! Pure genius. I was just at my sewing machine a minute ago looking for a spare with none in sight... When do we begin?
Posted by: Kathy | Monday, April 10, 2006 at 11:07 PM
Oh, this is perfect!! I just made my first pin cushion and planned to make more. I will keep an eye out for this challenge :)
Posted by: Laurie | Monday, April 10, 2006 at 11:37 PM
Count me in - even though I'm no.156...
Posted by: Jo | Tuesday, April 11, 2006 at 05:14 AM
I found your blog through Whipup - and I love this idea! A pincusion seems like something I can very likely find the time for, unlike a softie or an apron..
Count me in!
Posted by: Ayelet | Tuesday, April 11, 2006 at 05:38 AM
Sounds great - I'm in! I can't resist a good monthly challenge.
Posted by: rose | Tuesday, April 11, 2006 at 09:05 PM
i've never done a group challenge thingy. i'd love to try this one out!
the pincushion i made is boring, a rectangle (done out of need). but i'd love a nice one like those flower ones with the button in the middle.
put me on your list!
Posted by: heather james | Tuesday, April 11, 2006 at 10:34 PM
I love this idea! Good going!
Posted by: Snowbear | Wednesday, April 12, 2006 at 12:04 PM
i'd love to do this - is it too late to join? seems like a do-able monthly sewing/stitching project. please update....
Posted by: debbie | Thursday, April 13, 2006 at 01:57 AM
This is a terrific idea! I was just thinking that I needed some pin cushions. :) Please count me in!
Posted by: Marie | Thursday, April 13, 2006 at 02:01 AM
I think it sounds like a great idea too!
Posted by: Anita | Thursday, April 13, 2006 at 08:54 AM
I'm game! - all my pins are in boxes. Doesn't work too well...
Posted by: Julie | Thursday, April 13, 2006 at 09:21 AM
I think that is a great idea, I have been collecting some stuff to make pincushions, stuff I need to use.
Posted by: Linda | Thursday, April 13, 2006 at 09:48 AM
Can I play?
Posted by: wendy | Thursday, April 13, 2006 at 10:36 AM
ooooo, sounds fun! I think I would be up for that!
Posted by: debra | Thursday, April 13, 2006 at 10:46 AM
Great idea! I love the idea of lots of pincushions!
Posted by: Shirra | Thursday, April 13, 2006 at 03:42 PM
I'm in.
I love to have a theme, a project and a deadline and pincushions are just the right size of project. and they make wonderful gifts for friends - think how many presents I'll have made by Christmas!
Posted by: dawn | Thursday, April 13, 2006 at 07:45 PM
Count me in too! : )
Posted by: Erin | Friday, April 14, 2006 at 10:18 AM
what a great idea. you can count me in!
Posted by: mary | Friday, April 14, 2006 at 01:21 PM
Love it!
Posted by: Tabitha | Friday, April 14, 2006 at 01:34 PM
This sounds fun. I need to work on my sewing skills and a pin cushion seems pretty hard to screw up. Plus, there were really cute pin cushions in MSL an issue or two back that I've been meaning to make.
Posted by: Jessica | Friday, April 14, 2006 at 02:58 PM
I love this idea. Pin cushions are more often used than aprons, so they make good gifts too. I mean, one can only have so many aprons (uh, I have waaaaaaay too many, lol). They could be sewn with fabric, or hand-stitched felt, made-up designs, Japanese designs....the possibilities are endless. Yes Yes Yes please do it!
Posted by: Barb | Friday, April 14, 2006 at 09:54 PM
I am interested. How is this going to work?
Posted by: Cheryl | Saturday, April 15, 2006 at 08:53 AM