schmaltzycraftsyjen
Buyers are raving!
This shop got multiple 5-star reviews in the past 7 days.
Announcement
I *cannot* promise Xmas 2021 delivery. Currently I have longer than normal production times due to high sales. I'm happy to take your order but I cannot guarantee it will arrive in time. Only things I can promise to have out within a week is bookplates, premade Pincushions, and Pincushion earrings.
** I am currently working in a 4-6 week turnaround on all pincushion orders as each is completely handmade by me alone. There is less of a wait for bookplates and other items. On top of all this, USPS FIRST CLASS SHIPPING times are being slowed down.
** I'm constantly working with a 30+ order to-do list.
** Some orders I can get out quicker depending on design, but if you have a deadline please contact me first to see if I can push it ahead.
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Schmaltzy Craftsy makes felt handmade pincushions of extraordinary awesomeness for the sewist in your life. The perfect gift for the crafter who thinks they have everything.
NEED IT FAST? The READY TO SHIP section or IN STOCK title will point you to pincushions that are actually in stock and can ship next day. All others: Current shipping window since everything is made to order is 14-21 days.
I SHIP USPS FIRST CLASS FOR FREE IN THE USA ONLY. I cannot offer Overnight mail, or free international shipping at this time, sorry. I DO remove a couple bucks off shipping for international orders (what US shipping typically costs me), but that's the best I can do. International shipping it too costly to absorb fully.
Announcement
I *cannot* promise Xmas 2021 delivery. Currently I have longer than normal production times due to high sales. I'm happy to take your order but I cannot guarantee it will arrive in time. Only things I can promise to have out within a week is bookplates, premade Pincushions, and Pincushion earrings.
** I am currently working in a 4-6 week turnaround on all pincushion orders as each is completely handmade by me alone. There is less of a wait for bookplates and other items. On top of all this, USPS FIRST CLASS SHIPPING times are being slowed down.
** I'm constantly working with a 30+ order to-do list.
** Some orders I can get out quicker depending on design, but if you have a deadline please contact me first to see if I can push it ahead.
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Schmaltzy Craftsy makes felt handmade pincushions of extraordinary awesomeness for the sewist in your life. The perfect gift for the crafter who thinks they have everything.
NEED IT FAST? The READY TO SHIP section or IN STOCK title will point you to pincushions that are actually in stock and can ship next day. All others: Current shipping window since everything is made to order is 14-21 days.
I SHIP USPS FIRST CLASS FOR FREE IN THE USA ONLY. I cannot offer Overnight mail, or free international shipping at this time, sorry. I DO remove a couple bucks off shipping for international orders (what US shipping typically costs me), but that's the best I can do. International shipping it too costly to absorb fully.
Items
Featured items
All Items
MADE TO ORDER - Antique Mauve Floral Large Pedestal Pincushion free us shipping
$40.00 FREE shipping
Made to order - Beehive Bottlecap Pincushion - choose S, M or L - free usa ship
$25.00 FREE shipping
Reviews
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Cynthia on Jan 16, 2022
5 out of 5 starsSo adorable. My boyfriend likes to see and this is perfect for him. The quality is wonderful and I love how unique it is. She was great about keeping me posted on the status of my order. He loves it so much.
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Kathryn on Jan 10, 2022
5 out of 5 starsA playful take on the pin cushion, brings more fun to projects!
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Ingrid on Nov 26, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI bought one for me and one as a gift for my mom. Both are beautiful and I love having room for ALL of my pins in one cushion and to have something pretty to look at while I'm working. Thank you!
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Jessi on Jan 2, 2022
5 out of 5 starsIt took a long time to arrive but it was worth it. Beautiful and fun this piece is worthy to be on display! Beautiful custom work!
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Margo on Dec 22, 2021
5 out of 5 stars🤍 I simply ADORE my lil bottlecap pincushion! I've been looking for a finger pincushion for a while, and this is perfect! Beautifully executed. I hope the adjustable metal ring holds up, as I keep adjusting it to fit different fingers for different projects. THANK YOU!
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Kim on Dec 18, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThe Eyeball pin cushion is the most wonderful , quirky gift handmade by a great craftsman. Also such responsible and kind service. Buy one…immediately!
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Susan on Dec 10, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThis is a nice sized, beautifully hand embroidered pin cushion. There was such care taken in the detail. I aspire to embroider half as well. Love it, and will buy from again.
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Penny on Dec 9, 2021
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful pincushion- you just want to pick it up and look at it. The detail is amazing! I ordered a custom one, the turnaround was quite fast! I love it!
About schmaltzycraftsyjen
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You wouldn't think pincushions needed such a long story
First off, I'm jen. I'm a degreed Graphic Designer by trade. I do logos and websites, etc. I live in Western Ohio, I'm married and have two dogs and two cats.
Once had dropped one of those magnetic pincushions on floor and it threw pins everywhere. In picking them up I embedded one in my foot and it broke off, so off to the ER I went. When I started making my bottlecap pincushions I thought it would to be cute little leave behind gifts for my historical re-enactment group about 2006. I thought a bottlecap wasa handy base for a size for any bag, basket or pouch for the small projects we'd all carry with us to work on. Then I got carried away.
I started wanting to see how many forms and motifs I could swing out of a lowly pop bottlecap. Then I started making other sizes and shapes without bottlecaps. And started using other larger bottlecaps. I've been in two books now and very nearly was going to be on Martha Stewart once. I realized HOW you make them in important, they need to HOLD the pins, not just hold them up. When you drop it they need to be securely held in place. That's why I use SO much fiberfill. They nearly crunch when you poke a pin in and they are held firm!
For someone who makes such pretty, feminine and flowery pincushions, you'd think I'm a girly girl. I'm not, I just have a respect for classical motifs and vintage embellishment as a designer I guess. All the same, it made me ask "Why do pincushions always have to be boring, utilitarian tomatoes, or lifeless blah magnets? Can't they be bright, pretty and daring? Why can't they be both pretty AND secure?" Doesn't your sewing desk deserve a sunray?
Shop members
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Jen
Owner, Maker, Designer
Jen Segrest is a graphic and web designer in the Dayton, Ohio area. She's married and an unrepentant a Mac user with two cats and two dogs. She basically spends every waking moment online doing one thing or another while binging TV.
Shop policies
I only use 100% post consumer recycled polyester felt by Kunin (made from discarded pop bottles). All filling is 100% Polyester polyfil. No wool allergies.
After I had a surgical procedure to remove half a broken pin from my foot after dropping a magnetic "pincushion" I started making them. I make sure they are all solidly packed so you don't lose pins when you drop them, and deep enough to not poke your fingers when you carry them.
NOT A PET FREE HOME. Pets are awesome! Materials are kept in my studio, closed off from pets, in sealed containers and cabinets whenever possible - BUT HAIR HAPPENS! I make all attempts to prevent is but damn they are cute.
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
I don't accept cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
Returns and exchange details
After 14 days I will only exchange or give store credit.
Custom orders cannot be refunded.
Payment
No Money order, wire transfers or checks.
Shipping
All others are send first class mail. Upgrading available.