Ground Walnut Shells

We use ground walnut shells instead of sand in our pincushions in addition to wool stuffing. It gives a bit of heft and sharpens pins and needles.

This is a fine grit, akin to sand. It requires an extra layer of fabric or wool to keep it inside the pincushion. Try making a simple insert with scrap fabric to put inside your creations.

We keep our ground walnut shells in cleaned out jars from the grocery store. We encourage you to keep and use your jars as well.