Ground Walnut Shells

Pin cushion makers rejoice! Ground walnut shells are available in small quantities! No need to buy those 50 lb sacks they sell for reptiles at the pet store.

In a seriousness, ground walnut shells are excellent filling for pin cushions and other small stuffed items. Paired with polyfil stuffing or wool roving, they provide a nice weight to handmade creations.

For best results, you can alternate layers of regular stuffing with the walnut shells, or isolate them in the bottom of a stuffed item.

Each 11.5 oz bag should provide enough filling for several pin cushions or other small projects.

WARNING: if you suffer from tree nut allergies, you may want to avoid ground walnut shells. The dust created by working with this filling can cause allergic reactions. (I speak from experience!)