Think of Me …. ‘Sweetheart’ pin cushionsSometimes sold in commercially available kits and som

Think of Me …. ‘Sweetheart’ pin cushionsSometimes sold in commercially available kits and sometimes made out of scrounged thread, feed sacks and woollen cloth taken from uniforms.   The tradition began in the 19th Century with Queen Victoria who, as an amateur practitioner of textile arts, thought soldiers may find quilting or needlepoint a welcome distraction during convalescence or times of loneliness. The tradition carried on throughout WW1 and the archive at the fort contains some fascinating examples of such pieces. Materials included paper decoupage, glass beads, metal pins and plastic alongside sequins and braids.Inscription:‘Think of Me When the golden sun is sinking, and your mind from care set free, when of others you are thinking, will you sometimes Think of Me’The activity was mostly undertaken by men and the pincushions were stuffed with a variety of materials including sawdust.Further information can be found here:http://www.gmmg.org.uk/our-connected-history/item/sweetheart-pin-cushion/ -- source link

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