Vintage Aynsley 'Just Orchids' Bone China Vase Pin Cushion - William Morris

Vintage Upcycled Blue Ribbon Cup Pin Cushion – Staffordshire Bone China

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Ships From: United Kingdom (UK)
Seller : The Crafting Therapist

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I love all things fibre, texture and colour orientated. To Sew, Spin, Weave, Crochet, Macrame, Kumihimo is all heaven to me! I am a Hypnotherapist and Psychotherapist that loves to relax by playing with fibre in all sorts of ways and disguises. I guess Hypnotherapy is weaving with words so there is some similarity! I always advocate Crafts and hobbies for therapy to all my clients, it is such a good way to de-stress and unwind or to totally engross yourself when your mind needs a break from all the day to day trauma that 'life' throws at us. I am crafting everyday whether Sewing, Spinning, Weaving, Crochet, Macrame or Kumihimo and working from home and working online I find that I can grab my stash between clients too, to unwind and take myself into 'the zone' for the next client. I was taught to sew when I was about seven by my mother and, over the years, have always made clothes and homeware for myself, friends and family. At sixteen, I added to my skills with Macrame which was useful in the homes and gardens that I have frequented and again a craft that I have a real passion for. Cross Stitch and Macrame have always adorned the walls of my home. Several years ago I started to sell the ‘excess’ of my creations as, anyone who loves a craft will tell you, there is never enough space to keep everything! When we moved to Norfolk I found another challenge, Weaving, which in turn led me to Spinning – even though really, I guess spinning, in ‘real life’ should come first. Making lots of yarn and then not being able to use my loom whilst waiting for children outside clubs etc. led me to learn Crochet (I tried knitting when I was in my late teens and didn’t get on with it) and Kumihimo, both of which can easily be thrown into a bag and taken anywhere, cricket, football, netball, etc. When I look at the crafts that I love, they are all fibre, texture and colour orientated. I am not so good with a pencil to draw with and my painting is limited to the quirky gnomes that keep on springing up in my garden – much to the annoyance of the children and possibly the neighbours too! For me, being a ‘Fibre Artist’ in my spare time is a wonderful, mindful experience, a great self-therapy and I wouldn’t change it for the world.

As a practising therapist, I often remind people that taking care of our well-being doesn’t have to require hours of time. Creating a small ‘micro-moment’ of calm-taking just two or three mindful breaths while looking at something delicate and grounding-can gently break the cycle of a busy day.

I lovingly upcycled this small, delicate vintage bone china cup, originally crafted in Staffordshire. Decorated with timeless English country garden motifs, it features charming forget-me-nots, soft roses, and an elegant trailing blue ribbon.

To honour its heritage, I topped the cup with a plump, handmade fabric cushion chosen to echo the sweet floral theme. The fine bone china provides a lovely, satisfying tactile weight when held, making it a soothing companion for a bedside table, desk, or sewing basket. Whether used for slow stitching, keeping everyday pins safe, or simply as a nostalgic decorative treasure, it serves as a gentle reminder to pause and breathe.

Dimensions & Details:

Total Height: Approx. 8 cm (cup measures 5.7 cm plus cushion height)

Total Width: Approx. 6 cm

Materials: Genuine Staffordshire vintage bone china cup, coordinating floral cotton fabric, secure filling

Postage: UK Mainland postage is included in the price

Provenance: Sourced and lovingly upcycled with intention in Norfolk, UK

A delicate, comforting addition to your creative corner, or a sweet, thoughtful gift for a craft lover. Please feel free to message me with any questions.