LEISURE ARTS-Teach Yourself To Make Biscornu. Biscornu is a French word meaning "quirky". When it comes to needlework; biscornu are amazing little eight-sided pillows that make great pincushions; sachets; ornaments; decorations; scissor fobs; gifts; or just about anything else you can think of for a tiny cushion. This book contains fourteen patterns with beautiful designs that will make you want to stitch them all! Step-by-step instructions; lots of photographs; and full-color charts will guide you through the fun of creating these tiny treasures. Designer: Bobbie Watts. Softcover; 32 pages. Imported.