Hedgehog Leather Pattern – DIY Pincushion & Bag Pendant Template

A charming and playful hedgehog leather pattern

This hedgehog leather pattern is one of those projects that instantly makes people smile. Designed as a sweet little hedgehog, it can serve as a functional pincushion for your sewing space or as a decorative bag pendant or keychain. Small, fun, and practical, it’s a perfect way to turn your love for animals into a creative leathercraft project.

Materials you will need

To bring this project to life, you’ll need:

• Leather 1.2–1.6 mm (3–4 oz.), vegetable-tanned, firm enough to hold its shape

• Rivets – 2 to 9 pcs (depending on whether you make a pendant or a pincushion)

• A small piece of fabric

• Stuffing (polyester fiberfill)

Finished size: approx. 10 × 7 cm (3.93 × 2.75 in.) – compact and adorable, making it a perfect small leather animal pattern for everyday use or as a handmade gift.

What’s included in the download

When you purchase this template, you’ll receive:

• PDF files for A4 and US Letter printing formats

• SVG/DXF files for laser cutting

• Step-by-step video tutorial

⚠️ Please note: This is a digital product only. No physical item will be shipped.

Why this leather pincushion template is special

What makes this leather pincushion template unique is its playful design and versatility. Depending on how you finish it, the hedgehog can take on different roles:

• As a pincushion, it’s both practical and adorable, keeping your sewing needles organized.

• As a DIY leather bag pendant, it becomes a fun accessory that adds personality to any backpack or handbag.

• As a keychain, it makes a small but meaningful handmade gift for a friend or loved one.

With this pattern, you can also experiment with different leather colors and textures to give your hedgehog its own character.

Creative ideas for use

Here are just a few ways you can make the most of this hedgehog keychain template:

• Add decorative flowers, stitching, or beads to create a cheerful version of the hedgehog.

• Use darker leathers for a more natural look, or bright colors for a playful style.

• Create a set of two or three hedgehogs in different colors and use them as ornaments.

• Attach a key ring and use it as a practical bag charm or backpack pendant.

• Gift it as a handmade pincushion to someone who enjoys sewing.

This DIY leather bag pendant project is an enjoyable way to practice techniques like cutting, stitching, riveting, and shaping small accessories.

Connect with the community

I’d love to see your creative hedgehogs! Share your finished projects in my Facebook group, where leathercraft enthusiasts exchange tips and inspiration. You can also find step-by-step tutorials on my YouTube channel.

Explore more designs

If you enjoyed this hedgehog leather pattern, you may also like my jewelry box patterns for organizing your workspace in style. For more tips and inspiration, visit my blog, where I share leathercraft techniques and project ideas.

Final thoughts

This hedgehog leather pattern is a delightful combination of functionality and charm. Whether you use it as a pincushion, a hedgehog keychain template, or a playful DIY leather bag pendant, it’s a small project with big personality. Perfect for using up leather scraps, it brings joy both in the making and in everyday use.

Download the files today, watch the video tutorial, and create your own unique hedgehog with this versatile small leather animal pattern.