{D.I.Y Tutorial} Stitched Felt Flowers-Part 1

Aren't they lovely? And so easy to make.

Here's what you'll need.

Materials

*Buttons of various sizes and colours

*Felt pieces in various colours

*Thread (for mine I used the Cottage Garden variagated thread- but you could use whatever you have)

* Your downloaded flower pattern pieces (coming in Part 2)

* Optional- Florist wire, brooch back if making either a brooch or the flowers shown in the photos

Instructions

In Part 2 of the Tutorial, I'll provide a detailed PDF set of instructions and patterns which you can download and print.

But, for those of you that can't wait, here's a basic set of instructions. If you would like something more detailed, please wait until tomorrow when I'll provide easy, step-by-step PDF version of instructions.

For those of you that can't wait...

* Using the pattern, cut out your layers of petals. Odd numbers work best. I used 5 layers of petals. Make sure each layer varies in shape, size and colour.

*Using your favourite decorative stitches, embroider your petals. Don't need to worry about sewing all the layers of petals, every other one works best. Don't forget to also embroider the leaves!

*Assemble. Start with the smallest, centre button and work backwards. Thread the smallest button onto the wire (If making flowers shown in the photo). Bend it over, making a "U" shape.

If making a brooch, or flat backed flowers, just sew the layers together. Passing the needle and thread through all the layers.

*Once you have all the layers threaded onto the wire, thread another large button onto the back and then twist the 2 lengths of wire together. Securing your flower petals tightly.

*Attach the leaves.

*VOILA!

 

Great for displays, bouquets, brooches, hat pins and decorating your bags and purses.

Start assembling all your materials and see you tomorrow, with lots of inspirational photos and instructions.

 

 

Comments

[Says Cigdem]

Loved this flowers.Thanks so much for sharing with us.
Warmest wishes
Cigdem F.

[Says Nancy C. in Utah]

Oh my gosh, how fun are these flowers? I love them. Thanks so much for sharing, great tutorial! Hugs...

[Says Teresa]

Beautiful flowers!
Thank you for the tutorial!
Teresa

[Says Lone]

Hi Bron...

How do you come up with all those things to make - U are simply awsome girl - I take my hat of for you, and do so much love to make the things from your site... Just found it and did win a price - So how can I not be a follower of this great blog - and the great thing you make to us all.
Thanks for beeing out there.
Hugs
Lone In Denmark

[Says Vanilla]

Amazingly beautiful flowers!!!!! Can't wait for the patterns!
Thanks for sharing!

[Says sylvaine]

really amazing, I wait for patterns ! thanks a lot

[Says Jenny's Craft Place]

They look great, Bronwyn. Drought tolerant too...lol... :) Happy crafting, Jenny

[Says crafts@creativejewishmom.com]

These are great! I'd love it if you'd stop by my international linky party on sunday and share these and other projects! Hope to see you there!

[Says Kids craft ideas]

Great ideas and tutorial! thanks for sharing

[Says Lisa]

Terrific tutorial. I just made made some to use on gift packages.

http://www.aspoonfulofsugardesigns.com/2011/10/red-and-aqua-take-4.html

[Says Yolanda]

Great tutorials, thank you for share!

[Says Susan Nyon]

Simply lovely. Now you got me hooked making flowers.

[Says Susan Nyon]

Simply lovely. Now you got me hooked making flowers.

[Says Susan Nyon]

Simply lovely. Now you got me hooked making flowers.

[Says Bronwyn...]

Susan, I did forewarn you.
They are so addictive. Once you make one, you just want to make more!!

[Says Annie]

I think this is a really cute idea!I will have try this;)

[Says pillowsalamode]

LOVE!!!

[Says Dee]

Lovely! I had to share it on my CraftBliss Facebook page and link back to you. ~Dee

[Says Ann S.]

Every year I like to make tons of things for friends and family. 2011 it was watercolor trading cards with inspirational quotes and scripture. 2012 got ya covered...these lovely stitched flowers. Thank you and can't wait to begin. Merry Christmas !

[Says Jennifer]

Very cute! I posted a link to this on my blog...thru my pinterest board.

Thanks!

Jennifer @ The Craft Barn

[Says Abbigliamento Moncler]

Thanks, I'm going to have nightmares tonight.

[Says Robin in New Jersey]

Lovely! I am going to try to do these with my girls.

[Says Kate @ A Creative Cookie]

These are so great!!! I featured them on my blog (hope you don't mind)!

http://acreativecookie.blogspot.com/2012/02/five-things-friday-2-flowers.html