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and other objects can decorate the biscornu. They are typically able to fit in the palm of your hand. The name is derived from the
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Mathematically, two squares joined together in the pattern of a biscornu will form the boundary of a unique
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is typically secured in the center of the cushion to give a small depression on the top.
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are used to decorate the top and bottom of the cushion. A
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Thai
pincushion
Aida cloth
linen
Embroidery
hardanger
cross-stitch
button
Beads
tassels
French
biscornu
convex polyhedron
Alexandrov's uniqueness theorem
square antiprism
isosceles right triangles
Paper bag problem
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