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on “Night Owls Lariat”:“Many years ago I had a friend who made bracelets that had tiny scenes on them…” read »
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on “Night Owls Lariat”:“The black background for this piece really makes the vivid owls really pop! Thanks for all…” read »
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on “Night Owls Lariat”:“Beady--Pure artistry!! This is wonderfully playful & would be so enjoyable to wear! I…” read »
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“Thank you all so much for your sweet comments. KR - I designed the owls using a…” read »
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on “Hummingbird Swing”:“Check out the bird supply store: Duncraft.com to watch a video of hummers using a…” read »
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on “Night Owls Lariat”:“How amazing is this. I always wonder how in the world someone puts something like this…” read »
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- on “New year”:
“Your bracelet is wonderful. Yellow and grey. Who knew they could be so beautiful together? I'd…” read »
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on “Night Owls Lariat”:“This looks so difficult. Did you have a pattern for the owls at least, or were…” read »
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“So adorable! I love the rich colors and different owl types. How creative and fun!…” read »
- on “Night Owls Lariat”:
“Absolutely darling!! What a fun piece of art to wear!!…” read »
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- on “New year”:
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Easy Felt Garland
About this design:
Making garland has never been so simple. Choose from one of our fun felt mixes to make a 6' long garland perfect for your tree, mantle, or where ever your heart desires. All you need is a mix, needles, string/cord. If you want to go rogue, you could always purchase the round colors individually to create your own mix! Don't forget you can embellish these mixes with our felt focals or even crystal, glass & gemstones ... endless possibilities :)
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
- felt mix
- felt focals for making it my own
- hemp cord or the like
- #18 needle - chenille or embroidery
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: This first step is important. Do you want to have a pattern to your garland or have it freestyle? Once you decide, lay it out. |
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Step 2: String your cord through the #18 needle. Now string the needle through your felt rounds, making sure to have the needle centered in the round. |
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Step 3: The needle may need some encouragement pulling through on the other side. This is a good that it is a tight squeeze, because when your felt rounds are on the cord, you don't want them sliding all over the place. Simply grab your needle, not the tip, with a pair of pliers and pull through. |
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Step 4: As you string on each felt round, make sure to pull them down the cord toward the end. When you are done stringing on all the rounds, pull your needle off the cord and tie a 1" loop overhand knot. Measure 6' from this knot and disperse the felt along the length of cord. *If you are done with your garland, then trim a few inches past the 6' mark and tie another 1" loop overhand knot. *If you purchased 2 mixes to make a longer garland, don't trim the cord. Pull 6.5' more of cord from the end of your garland and trim. Then re-thread your needle and begin again with stringing on the felt. Finish as described above. |
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| Pack of 36 Rounds | $7.90 |
| Pack of 36 Rounds | $7.90 |
| Pack of 36 Rounds | $7.90 |
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| Pack of 36 Rounds | $7.90 |
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On Nov 14, 2019 at 9:42 pm #
A Grondine says:Hello – The instructions say “hemp cord or the like” however, having never made something like this before or used a size 18 needle, I have no clue whatsoever what size hemp cord (or the like) to buy. I would appreciate any help, along with a few suggested Lima Beads product numbers (for cord.) Thanks!
On Nov 15, 2019 at 1:21 pm #
sweetjane says:Thanks Ali! This seems like a fun way to make a garland for my little tree!
On Nov 17, 2019 at 9:09 pm #
Ali says:It is fun and pretty fast
@A Grondine, please check out our Felt Garland page, it will provide more specifics. https://www.limabeads.com/Felt-Garland-C14117
On Dec 28, 2019 at 10:07 pm #
L Walradt says:I used the stockings to make necklaces instead of garlands! Our kitties would love to get a paw on the garlands lol