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A Heart Pincushion
Cut two pieces of linen into the shape of a half-handkerchief. Sew them together, leaving a small open space at the top, and stuff them very hard with bran or wool. When sufficiently stuffed, sew up the opening and cover the pincushion with silk, sewed very neatly over the edge. Then make the two upper corners and fasten them well together. This will bring the pincushion into the shape of a heart. Put a string to the top. Emery bags are frequently made in this manner. Pincushions should always be stuffed with bran, wool, or flannel. Cotton will not do.
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The pattern comes from one of the most popular "activity" books of the Civil War era -- The American Girls' Book by Eliza Leslie.
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