About this Product
This teacup called to me with its unusual flowers and colors. With my desire for repurposing, I started to look for the right fabric to make a pincushion. Subtle and soft dictated a muted colored fabric with a small design. The light peach colored fabric was a perfect match. So, I hand sewed the pincushion and attached it to the cup using my special glue. With enough scraps left over, I was able to fashion a coaster or trivet using clothesline rope. Now you can enjoy coffee or tea while you sew.
Tower Creations by Madeline
Meet the Maker
I’ve always loved creating, with a philosophy of renew, redo, and repurpose. My work includes scarves with a unique edging technique, fabric baskets, soft fabric pins, and repurposed treasures like wooden spool scissor holders and chipped china jewelry trays.
Driven by both sustainability and imagination, I transform scraps and vintage finds into functional art while also designing new, one-of-a-kind pieces. Each creation is made with care, carrying its own quiet story of transformation.
Inspired by the meaning of my name, Madeline, I see my work as a tower—grounded in strength, elevated by creativity, and open to light. I’m deeply grateful for my supportive husband, our blended family of four children, two daughters-in-law, and three grandchildren—my greatest motivators. And of course, Ollie, our four-legged house boss, who graciously allows us to share her home.
How it’s Made
When making a teacup pincushion, the challenge can be getting the right amount of stuffing in the pincushion. With a little patience, and a firm grip, it usually works out. Hand sewing secures the stuffing, so it will stay in place. It's also necessary to have a good glue to then secure it to the teacup. Since I don't throw any scraps out, I had plenty to make the coaster. Some people call them trivets or mug rugs. This one falls in that category. Clothesline rope and the scraps make a wonderful coaster to enjoy your coffee or tea while you sew.
Shop Policies
Processing time: From the time the item is purchased, it will be shipped usually within 2 to 5 days depending on holidays and weekends.
Return policy: A customer can return an item at their expense in the original packaging within 14 days of receiving it for a full refund.
Care Instructions: Any fabric scarf can be cold water washed but never dried in a dryer. Other fabric items can be wiped with a damp rag. Small handmade items should always be gently handled and dusted. All china and porcelain items should always be handled with care and gentled wiped or hand washed if necessary.
