You can glue up the top end of the cup with an extra piece of felt. Hide away your little pieces of jewellery, keys, or simply a secret note. And tuck the cushion on it. The pin cushion safe is ready.

Lots of you have emailed me or commented to say that you felt affection for my tea cup pin cushions and asked for a tutorial. My mum showed me how to do this and I was really thrilled when I ...