About this Product
This pretty purple flowered cup and mismatched saucer were a perfect combo to make a pincushion and bobbin holder. The cup with its purple and yellow flowers are the perfect match for the vibrant purple flowered saucer. They were originally lone rangers but make a great pair with their colors and gold trim. Once the pincushion set up in the teacup, the saucer was attached. And to give it more new life, a trivet was made clothesline rope covered in scraps to match the pincushion. Now you can enjoy a cup of coffee or tea while you sew or quilt.
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 I saw this teacup, I knew it would be perfect for a pincushion. Not too big, but a good size to have handy when quilting or doing other sewing. I was blessed to have the purple fabric for the pincushion. That was the first thing to be made using stuffing and hand sewing. Then my special glue kept it in place. While it set up, I decided to make a trivet because I had enough scraps. Good ole clothesline rope and plenty of scraps created the coaster or if you prefer trivet or even mug rug using a simple zig zag on the sewing machine. At that point, I knew I wanted more for it, so I looked around and found the saucer. They looked great together, so I used my special glue and attached them. Once they set up, I knew I had another unique one of a kind item.
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.
