I find it's often nice when you're got a big project on the go, like the crochet blanket I'm working on, to have fun doing a simple craft with more immediate results. I have admired many felt garlands and really wanted to try some felting for myself. So after dropping off the girls at school I headed to the craft shop to buy myself some wool roving to make my felt balls.
I followed this
tutorial and after a short time I had myself ten felted balls ready to make myself a little garland. Once they were dry I used some natural twine and threaded on the balls creating a little loop at each end for hanging. I'm not sure if I will keep it small or make some more but I sure did have fun making it and looking at it hanging in my office.
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I love this idea. And since I have plenty of roving I might just HAVE to try it!
ReplyDeleteI have never done any felting but am going to give it a go after seeing your felt balls- I have been wanting to make a felt ball garland for ages and this would be so fun to do with my 5 year old, thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!! I too have been wanting to give this a try for ages! How easy would it be for little kids (ie. 3&4)? Or this something to save to do with my 8 year old? Is the roving expensive?
ReplyDeleteThey are lovely, great idea for a garland! I have only tried felting larger balls with kids a few times and it seemed to take forever and i lost patience...perhaps smaller balls would be a better idea lol! have a lovely weekend Catherine x
ReplyDeleteCatherine your garland is gorgeous. I was considering purchasing one to go above Kaizer's bed but think I will now try making it myself...thanks for the inspiration.
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Love it and really like the twine string look. I have a photo of a pink and white one I have saved in my inspiration folder for Sophie's room. Haven't yet decided if I'll go with the felt balls or whether to make another fabric bunting string. I know what you mean about needing small easy to accomplish projects when you're focusing on a big crafting task - it's good to have that balance.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your weekend xx
Oh, I know the feeling! There's something about an immediate result vs a long term project - I do that often!
ReplyDeleteHow intriguing, Catherine! You crafty minx. I am most impressed. J x
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet garland! Thanks for link I'll have to try that tutorial too. xx Fi
ReplyDeleteVery cute. I've heard of people thrifting old wool jumpers to get felt too. Would that work for these balls?
ReplyDeleteThat's a nice idea. I like quick projects. The simplicity is so effective x
ReplyDeleteLove it....so pretty :)
ReplyDeleteHi Catherine, just popped into blogland for a little browse. I love the garland. well done. hope your weekend is a happy one. bit chilly hey! Jane x
ReplyDeleteGorgeous. I think I'll try and make some for Skyes room. Thanks for the idea! x
ReplyDeleteThe garland is beautiful, I agree it is nice having a quick project amongst the longer ones, always nice to get the feeling of achievement.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely idea. Im inspired to try this out myself for my girls rooms. Thanks for another lovely tip!:) Nx
ReplyDeleteWow! I love this idea.... now wondering where I can hang one in the house! Would look so pretty over a dessert table at a party! x
ReplyDeleteBeautiful garland, you did really well. I love the natural tone so pretty!
ReplyDeletePretty!
ReplyDeleteAmazing how simple it can be to communicate with people and have them understand a certain topic, you made my day
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