Tangy couture collection
Here we show you how to sew the case for small embroidery scissors, the needle booklet and the biscornu pin cushion that are part of our tangy embroidery
collection which also includes a small round storage box.
See the free embroidery patterns to make zingy little embroidery sets
collection which also includes a small round storage box.
See the free embroidery patterns to make zingy little embroidery sets
What you need
- We recommend using a FriXion pen for markings, as they have the advantage of reacting to heat so the lines will disappear with the heat of an iron.
- If you have a cutting board, this is ideal.
- You will need some pins, preferably with a glass tip. They are more visible and will not melt if you iron them.
- And, of course, a good pair of scissors for cutting the the fabrics.
- Some stuffing for the biscornu pin cushion.
Unless the embroideries have got dirty, it is advisable not to wash them before making the sets.
We highly recommend that you watch our videos.
Some operations are complex in the text, but become crystal clear with the visual.
Some operations are complex in the text, but become crystal clear with the visual.
Making the scissor case
Cut the fabrics to the right dimensions
- The scissor case is made of two linen squares: one embroidered and the other plain. On the embroidered square, mark two points, the first at 1 cm all around the embroidery, the second 2 cm from the embroidery. Cut the linen following the marks at 2 cm from the embroidery.
- Cut the unembroidered square to the same dimensions.
Sewing the scissor case
- On the embroidered square, join all the marks situated at 1 cm from the embroidery with a line, these lines will be your guide for the stitching.
- Place the embroidered side of the first square on the unembroidered square and pin. Stitch only on two of the sides.
- As shown in the video, flatten these pieces on the diagonal and open the seams with your fingernail.
- Pin into place matching up the two seams at the top.
Press with iron, then, on the unembroidered square, extend the line on the embroidered square marking two small vertical points spaced 4 cm apart. These will mark the opening, imperative for turning the project right side out.
Stitch, leaving the opening free. - Notch the two angles at 45 degrees, open the seam with your fingernail.
Cut the two small triangles of linen that stick out on the other side.
Turn right side out. Ease out the corners, using a pin if necessary.
Pinch the seams with your fingers.
Stitch the opening of the lining then tuck it into the case.
Finishing off
- Iron, pressing very lightly on the embroidery. All you have to do is sew the press fastener into place, being careful to only stitch through first layer of the linen.
Making the needle booklet
The needle booklet is made up of four linen squares: two in different colors which are embroidered.
Two others, in a third color, which are not embroidered.
Two others, in a third color, which are not embroidered.
Cut the Fabrics to the right dimensions
- On the back of each embroidery, draw marks all around at 1 cm from the edge of the embroidery.
Cut the two embroidered squares following these marks. Cut the two unembroidered squares to the same dimensions.
Sewing the needle booklet
- Place the two embroidered squares right sides together and pin them on one side, matching the corners of the embroidery.
Stitch this first side right next to the embroidered frame.
On the two unembroidered squares, draw marks 1 cm from one of the edges, pin and stitch together.
On the back of the two assembled embroidered squares, fold over the excess fabric together onto the darker fabric side.
Do the same for the two assembled unembroidered squares. - Place these two assemblies right sides together, ensuring that the excess fabrics are not on the same side.
Pin all around, matching the seams exactly in the middle.
Mark two small vertical points spaced 4 cm apart. This will mark the opening that you will need to leave to turn the project right side out.
Stitch just next to the embroidered frame, leaving the opening free. Notch the corners. - Open the seams by pressing with your fingers and gently turn the inside out.
Ease out the corners, using a pin if necessary, and pinch the seams with your fingers.
Close the opening with small invisible stitches.
Placing the felt for the pins
- Cut a piece of felt or boiled wool, which should be a little smaller than the booklet, normally 14.5 x 6.5cm.
- Centre it inside the booklet, pin and stitch in the middle on the right side. Remove the pins and fold in half.
All done!
Making the biscornu pin cushion
The frames that you have embroidered with back stitch will serve as marks for assembling the two squares of linen to make the biscornu pin cushion.
It is easier to use a round-tipped needle.
It is easier to use a round-tipped needle.
Sewing the biscornu pin cushion
- Cut each of the two squares at 1 cm from the back stitch frame.
- On one of the two squares, place a pin exactly in the middle on one side.
- Tie a small knot at the end of a strand of Calais thread and stitch, from below, at the corner of the other square.
Fold one side along the back stitch embroidery and do the same on the side of the square with the pin. - As shown in the video, match the angle where your needle comes through with the pin of the other square and pass the thread under the backstitch embroidery.
Pull the stitches tightly. Proceed in this way by passing under each of the back stitches.
When you reach the first corner, pass the thread twice in the same place to solidify the seam. The first angle is formed. - Fold the fabric inwards again along the embroidery and continue sewing, remembering to always make two stitches at each corner.
- When there is only one side left to sew, stuff your pin cushion.
All you have to do is close the remaining seam and you're done!
Mounting the small round box
To mount our round button boxes Mounting a round embroidered box.
