Design*Sponge posted an easy "Party Flower" tutorial and I finally got around to making one the other night because I love a craft that can be done while watching television. Click on the tutorial link, print the template and follow the directions.
My suggestions, after completing two flowers:
- Print 4 copies of template and cut each size petal for pattern. (I printed on cardstock weight paper.)
- Iron fabric.
- Starch for extra "petal loft". You can always scrunch it if the fabric is too stiff.
- Pin each size petal template to prescribed layers of fabric and cut all layers at one time instead of tracing each.
- If you find the bottom layer is too large for your flower, fold it under and whipstitch it.
- Use pinking sheers on bottom layer for frayed finish.
- Try different weights of fabric for unique looks
- Layer tulle or organza with your fabric for extra flair
The wool fabrics are my favorites.
Home dec fabric
Gingham. Me love gingham.
Click fabric flower link for the original Design Sponge tutorial source plus check out my suggestions for quicker, faster, easier flower success.
His is the "About Time" dead watch, lace bow and Purrfect charm donated by Sammy (my cat).
Mazeltov ya'll!
Gathered a 12" length of grosgrain ribbon with a triangular pattern running stitch in a coordinating thread
Adjusted the gathering for consistent ruffle.
Knotted thread and sewed ends together.
Stacked ribbon atop gathered lace and topped with large vintage button.
An easy and thrifty corsage flower.
