Adorable, versatile, and perfect for stash-busting…this project has it all!
Today I’m excited to share these four flower patterns with you; they’re available as a free pdf download below. All you need for this project is some scrap fabric (woven or non-stretch fabrics work best), thread, a hand sewing needle, and a sewing machine. And you may want to embellish your finished flowers with buttons or beads, but honestly, I think they look great without any embellishments, too.
By using different fabrics, embellishments, and even varying the number of petals, you could create an endless number of different flowers. I definitely want to keep experimenting and make more of these!!
This flower petal/flower 🌺 project looks so fun & doesn’t appear to be too difficult! YAY! I don’t have a sewing machine, but I wanted to ask you a quick question about assembling the petals. Would using a fusible interfacing work instead of sewing machine stitches? In my head, this makes sense. I’m not certain if this idea is practical. If you have some time, holla back at your convenience! Erin M.
Also, I was curious to know if you’ve ever made “no sew” fabric pumpkins? A friend told me how he makes his…He makes three different sizes. He uses a plastic, quilters yo-yo as a pattern or shape. He uses a basting stitch? maybe? to bring the edges to the center. After doing that, there should be small hole in the middle of the circle, to add beans. He applies epoxy to the hole & adds a real pumpkin or gord stem. They’re so cute! I’ve watched a few tutorials online, there are so many ways to make these. Some use a wine cork for a stem! I wanted to make a few of these, the easiest way & the most cost effective or economical way. The Fall-i-days are here, I wanted to spread some Fall-i-day joy!
Thank you so much, Erin!! I think you could fuse the fabric instead of sewing, but it would give a different look because of the raw edges…though it might be a cool look. (In fact, you may have given me some ideas to think about…!) And yes, actually once at a craft night we made some of those pumpkins–and now I’m wondering why I haven’t done a tutorial yet?!? (Ours did have a tiny bit of hand-sewing, but it was really wasn’t much.) Thank you for leaving such an inspiring comment! (I really am hoping to post more…)
Leanne, thanks so much for the holla back, I was thrilled to get your reply! Ok, I’m going to get crafty & I promise to keep in touch & let you know how it goes. I wanted to let you know that I read your emails every time you send one. I am technically & technology challenged, I wish I had your skill level. I would gladly listen to your podcasts, how do I load them? I am most familiar with YouTube & I thought you had a few YouTube videos. Just know that you have a big fan in Salt Lake City, where I’ve lived with my boyfriend for close to two years. I met you through Nina Winter, when she had a free-cycle event at her Tissu studio in College Hill. I met Nina at City Arts, she was teaching a textiles class/workshop that I enrolled in. She got her space in College Hill shortly after the workshop ended, I think?? I don’t think Nina would remember me, but I think she’s very talented. I tried to attend as many of her events at Tissu that I could. Anyway, a little history of our aquaintance-ship. Take care, Erin M
Of course! I do remember you, Erin! I am sure Nina would, too. I appreciate your support so much. You can always email me directly anytime you need anything (and of course, comments are always welcome, too!) If you go to https://anchor.fm/prairie-craft-almanac you can listen to my podcast there, or click the icons under the “where to listen” section to listen on different platforms, like Apple or Spotify. And I would love to see any of your finished work if you’d like to share! You take care, too. <3
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