In my June 13 Treasure Hunt column in Home, I wrote about my funky little vintage pin cushions. And I invited readers to share their favorites.

Carol Triplett wrote to tell me about her own collection:

Your article on pin cushions was especially fun to read. For the last several years I have picked up inexpensive ones of many sizes and shapes at estate and garage sales.

In my small collection, I now have 6 with pull out tape measures. My first one of that type was chubby little seven dwarfs type character with a big nose that is the pull for the tape measure. Others include a fabric globe, a hen, an old dog with one ear whose tongue pulls out, a small wooden rocking chair and the common red tomato.

Several of my pincushions are hand made and are still full of pins and needles. All of them are displayed in three small knick-knack shelves on the wall of my sewing room.

Thanks to everyone who does the whole HOME section. It is positive reading and an affirmation of our creative skills, and family activities that help smooth out our busy lives.
Carol Triplett