What is a Biscornu and Why Do You Need One?
If you love embroidery and are looking for a creative way to keep your needles organized, you need a biscornu.
This small irregularly shaped embroidered cushion is perfect as a pincushion, decorative accessory, or even a keychain. Its name means "irregular" in French, but what truly makes it special is its versatility and charm.
Why Embroider a Biscornu?
✨ It’s practical: Perfect for keeping your needles in place.
🎨 It’s customizable: You can stitch it in different sizes, colors, and styles.
🧵 It’s a fun project: Great for stepping beyond the embroidery hoop and creating something functional.
You can add buttons, beads, or even different designs on each side to make it uniquely yours.
My Biscornu Designs
🧧 Lunar New Year Biscornu: Inspired by the Year of the Rabbit, this design features embroidered rabbits on the top side and a festive New Year’s message on the bottom.
💙 Oporto Tile Biscornu: Inspired by the beautiful patterns of Portuguese tiles, this design is a special keepsake from my trip to Oporto.
Learn How to Assemble It Step by Step
Would you like to make your own biscornu? In this video tutorial, I’ll show you how to assemble it easily.
📌 Watch the tutorial here👇
And if you’d like to stitch one of my designs, you can find the patterns here:
🛒 Lunar New Year Biscornu 👉 Here
🛒 Oporto Tile Biscornu 👉 Here