Whimsy Pin Cushion Clam Shell Shape

$75.00

Whimsy Pin Cushion

A crafter created this Whimsy Pin Cushion Clam Shell Shape using Clear Seed Beads, Clear and Gray Basket Beads It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.

This Pin Cushion features a Flower design.  The crafter beaded the design on a Red fabric. Most of the nap of this fabric has worn marks.  Polished cotton in a tan color makes up the inside.

The edges of the pin cushion itself has wear from age. Most of the design remains intact but there are a few beads missing in the around the edge, you will see where someone tried to repair it. the.  A previous owner used this Pin Cushion so you will notice stains.

This Beaded Pin Cushion will make an unusual addition to your antique or whimsy collection!

It measures about 4 1/4″ wide x 3 1/4″ deep,  thickness is about 1 ” and the filling seems to be intact.

One of a kind!

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