Wait a minute. I haven't ever shown the apple pincushion that comes in the Fresh Picked Pincushions sewing pattern. What's up with that? The apple is certainly worthy of the pincushion parade that tromped through my blog last summer.
Look, here's a mob of spirited green apples having a parade of their own. Carrying their champion on their shoulders, they chant "Teacher oh so bright & lofty, here's an apple, sweet & softy," "Apple, Granny, sweet & tart, thanks for making me so smart," and "Macintosh, Gravenstein, Gra-nny Smith, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, fifth!" Sounds like they're suggesting sewn apples as holiday teacher gifts this year. I'm thinking I agree with the apples (though they could certainly use some slogan suggestions.)
Maybe something more scholastic: "How many apples make a pi(e)? Three point one four -- one five!"
Oh my, there goes one rowdy fellow shouting, "Apples are red, apples are green, here's my gift, although you're mean." What a rotten thing to say.
I could go on, but one more bad slogan might spoil the bunch.
Very pretty! A very good idea, too...and yes, how very naughty that last joke was... ;D!
Posted by: Rachel | December 11, 2008 at 03:11 PM
That is adorable! I most certainly LOVE your pincushion collection, and the apple is so cute!
Posted by: LaurenAshley | December 11, 2008 at 03:11 PM
Clever. That's what you are!
Posted by: Tracy | December 11, 2008 at 03:14 PM
Oh Love it! Always need a good teacher gift and since I just received a note from my sons first grade teacher requesting that none of the parents give her any sweets or things to eat this year that she is trying to watch her weight (couldn't decide if this was commendable... or tacky! Lol) this would surely be a healthy alternative. Thanks :)
Posted by: Dena Rooney-Berg (sugarshop) | December 11, 2008 at 03:39 PM
Super pretty! I can't wait to make some of these once I have my crafting space cleared out :)
Posted by: Nin | December 11, 2008 at 03:44 PM
These gorgeous pincushions make me wish my sewing skills were above mediocre =) Unfortunately I have to stick to knitting!
Posted by: Emily | December 11, 2008 at 04:04 PM
That apple cushion is super cute. And boy, am I glad I never had to teach you!
Posted by: jill | December 11, 2008 at 04:27 PM
very cute!
Posted by: bobbinoggin | December 11, 2008 at 04:45 PM
Oh my! I know a few teachers who would certainly enjoy this kind of apple. Myself included.
Posted by: heather jane | December 11, 2008 at 05:02 PM
That is so cute! Love it!
Posted by: Krista | December 11, 2008 at 05:04 PM
What a cute pincushion Heather! You rock!
Posted by: Genevieve Gail | December 11, 2008 at 05:08 PM
freaking cute! I just wish it was a downloadable pattern. Time is of the essence.
Posted by: Alissa | December 11, 2008 at 05:15 PM
True! It's sad I can't have that pattern NOW so I could get some done before Christmas!
Posted by: pretty penny designs | December 11, 2008 at 07:07 PM
Good thinking! We're shipping orders out within 24 hours mostly, so there's plenty of time to pick up an apple pattern by Christmas if you're in the US.
Posted by: Heather Bailey | December 11, 2008 at 07:56 PM
As a teacher, I've gotten lots of apple things over the years, but this would be one of the cutest. Lovely gift idea.
Posted by: Brindi | December 11, 2008 at 08:36 PM
Too cute!! Great post - love your slogans!!
Posted by: Kathi | December 11, 2008 at 08:41 PM
great pincushions Heather, seems like some teachers are going to be happy. I am taking the easy route and grabbing some of my stuff that other manufacturers made from my designs. I am overloaded with work this week so maybe just a handmade ornament this year!
Funny slogans, I am sure they would like that too!
Posted by: Ellen Crimi-Trent | December 11, 2008 at 08:43 PM
Love it (O:
Posted by: Simone | December 12, 2008 at 12:29 AM
so cute....and the pincushion isn't bad either:-)
Posted by: Jeanne | December 12, 2008 at 12:38 AM
What great fun! I love the shape, texture and colors of this fab pincushion! I had no idea apples could be so eloquent....
Posted by: Noor | December 12, 2008 at 01:36 AM
I am a big fan of yours,you are totally inspiring and have lovely designs....best wishes to you and your family for a wonderful holiday season.
Stephanie
www.lamiadesigns.blogspot.com
Posted by: Stephanie | December 12, 2008 at 06:34 AM
Just wanted to stop by and say you have a VERY lovely blog here!
:)
Posted by: Carla | December 12, 2008 at 07:09 AM
love the slogans, lol! super cute pincushion, thanks for sharing! :)
Posted by: Shay | December 12, 2008 at 08:14 AM
What a creative idea! I love it.
Posted by: FringeGirl | December 12, 2008 at 08:51 AM
So pretty! I love the pins too!
Posted by: Christina W. | December 12, 2008 at 11:29 AM
I love pincushions, and this one is no exception! Very sweet.
Posted by: Colleen | December 12, 2008 at 12:13 PM
Hi-larry-OUS! I love them.... and now I have to get the pattern just to make little cards to go with them :)
Posted by: Nicole | December 12, 2008 at 12:53 PM
Hmmm. I don't think it's apple cider you're drinking. Whatever it is have you got any for the rest of the class? :)~
Posted by: Susan M. | December 12, 2008 at 12:54 PM
just gorgeous, heather!
love them~
Posted by: Laurie | December 12, 2008 at 01:18 PM
H,
That was hysterical! You're very clever! Thank you - I needed a chuckle today. And that pin cushion is beyond adorable. :)
Posted by: Diana | December 12, 2008 at 02:01 PM
I love it!! So cute. I love the pins too. Where on earth do you find those?
Posted by: Tiff@Three Peas | December 12, 2008 at 02:50 PM
darling apple; I don't know if I've ever seen a pincushion I didn't like (and i don't even know how to sew--its on my to-do list), but your fabric makes it over the top cute!! You are pretty good at the rhymes too!
Posted by: Gina | December 12, 2008 at 03:12 PM
Absolutely LOVELY!
Posted by: Little Bohème | December 12, 2008 at 03:28 PM
Har har har. I love when you get going like that :-)
Posted by: laura gunn | December 12, 2008 at 07:47 PM
Truth be told I'm Sold!!!...hahaha love that apple thanks for making me laugh! :D
Posted by: Susie Q | December 12, 2008 at 08:18 PM
I think I love the pins ALMOST as much as the pin cushion!
Posted by: Tagan | December 12, 2008 at 10:40 PM
LOL Very Cute...the apple and the post!
Kimberly :)
Posted by: Niesz Vintage Home | December 13, 2008 at 06:38 AM
Cool! I love it! I copied your pear idea a year ago before the pattern was available, so soon I hope to actually follow your pattern for this adorable apple. A whole world of fruit out there....I wonder if there would be a way to make a pineapple pincushion? Like do some kind of smocking technique to make the pineapple pattern...mmmmm....thank you for the inspiring pincushions!
Posted by: Moonbeam | December 13, 2008 at 09:50 AM
These pincushions are so cute! I was wondering if you would take a picture of your Christmas tree to show us. I can just imagine how beautiful and inspiring it is.
Posted by: Cindy | December 15, 2008 at 10:43 AM
Love everything on your blog!! Could you share the info of where you found the darling pins ON the pincushion. They are fantastic, too!
Posted by: Sarah | December 15, 2008 at 11:32 AM
I can't wait to get the pattern. I haven't done much sewing but this has driven me to do it. I am thinking of doing several different fruits and putting them in a bowl on my coffee table. That will make a great spring look! Now that I think about it I could do them in different patterns of fabric for the different seasons!
Thanks for the great inspiration!
Posted by: Ellen in NC | December 16, 2008 at 10:54 AM
hey,
made one of the pears, well actually made lots of the pears but gave one to my granddaughter to give to her home ect. teacher. she was thrilled.. love the apple too.
Posted by: herblady | December 16, 2008 at 12:04 PM
they're actually pretty good slogans, hahaha.
the pincushion is absolutely adorable, as the pins in it. i don't think i ever had so pretty ones.
Posted by: Nana | December 16, 2008 at 12:23 PM
I don't know why I didn't order this pattern earlier but the last day of preschool is Thursday. I don't suppose there's any chance you can e-mail a digital pattern file if I get one now? Just thought I'd try.
Posted by: LolaT | December 16, 2008 at 04:58 PM
It's wonderful! I love it so much!!!
Posted by: Silvia | December 17, 2008 at 03:39 AM
WAY cute! I have this darling pattern and can't wait to make it, but it would look SOOO much cuter with those great pins on it!! Where did you get those? I can't seem to find a source for them anywhere. Do share, do share!
Posted by: Beth | December 17, 2008 at 08:23 AM
How cute is that!?!!
Posted by: Stacy T | December 17, 2008 at 10:02 AM
That's so cute!! And I'm totally in love with your blog! :)
Posted by: Happy Place Design | December 18, 2008 at 05:27 PM
How darling is that?! Please, please tell me where you got the pins! I'm always on the search for new ones and those are so fabulous!
Posted by: Dawn Nikol | December 19, 2008 at 08:09 AM
How darling is that?! Please, please tell me where you got the pins! I'm always on the search for new ones and those are so fabulous!
Posted by: Dawn Nikol | December 19, 2008 at 08:10 AM