April 6, 2011

Burlap & Felt Flower Brooch Tutorial


Around here, I am in full Creative Estates planning mode. I can’t believe I leave tomorrow! In typical last-minute fashion (read up in this post for the full lowdown on my procrastinating ways), I decided yesterday one of my outfits needed a little “something.” And thus the idea for these flowers was born!

These are a quick-and-easy project that is totally doable in a half hour or less. I just love the juxtaposition of the felt and burlap textures here!

For this project, you will need…

Burlap
Felt in various colors
Thread
Hot glue
Pin backs
Basic sewing supplies: machine, shears, etc.

Prep Work

Cut out your fabric strips. For each flower, you will use the following dimensions:

Large flowers: 
1 center piece, cut to 2 x 5 inches
1 petal piece, cut to 3 x 12 inches

Small flowers:
1 center piece, cut to 1.5 x 3.5 inches
1 petal piece, cut to 2.5 x 8 inches

Note: Be sure to cut 1 piece from each fabric type for each flower. For example, if your center piece is felt, make sure to use burlap for the petal piece, and vice versa.

step 1 / Fold your petal piece in half lengthwise, and, using a 1/8-1/4″ seam, sew the open side shut. Use your shears to snip your pieces, as shown, cutting as closely as possible to your line of stitching as you can without cutting any of your stitching. Note: For large flowers, make snips about 1/2″ apart; for small flowers, make snips about 3/8″ apart.

 step 2 / Take your center piece and dab three dots of hot glue along one of the long edges, as shown. Fold the piece in half lengthwise, and press. Starting at one of the narrow ends, start rolling your piece up. When you get to the end, place a dab of hot glue at the end to secure your roll.
 step 3 /  Across the seam where your roll is glued together, place a small line of hot glue along the raw (unfolded) edge of your rolled piece. Starting at this point, adhere the end of your petal piece and start wrapping it around your center piece, adding small dabs of hot glue every so often to keep things nice and secure. When you get to the end of your petal piece, secure the end with a dab of hot glue. 
step 4 / Complete the above steps until you complete your desired number of flowers. Then, place a generous amount of hot glue on the back of each flower, and adhere it on top of a piece of felt. Trim away the excess felt so that none of it is visible from the front of your flower. Adhere one of your pin backs to the felt backing with hot glue.
All done!
Note: To complete my look below, I actually pinned three individual brooches in a cluster.

These flowers would also be great for a number of purposes: wearable items, home decor items, and so much more. Be sure to check back in Friday when I’ll be sharing a fun gift idea that incorporates these blooms!

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Amy @ Positively Splendid

Having grown up in a home brimming with sewing notions and paintbrushes, Amy has a deep love for all things creative. On any given day, you'll find her knee-deep in her latest creative endeavor, with projects ranging from sewing and crafts to home decor and kid-friendly ideas. Amy believes that everyone, regardless of skill level or experience, possesses the ability to create something beautiful, and Positively Splendid was born of her passion for helping others harness their innate creative potential.
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13 Responses to Burlap & Felt Flower Brooch Tutorial

  1. nikkijoy April 6, 2011 at 7:41 pm #

    Oh they’re cute!!! I especially love the hessian one, very classy =) x

    Reply
  2. reasonstoskipthehousework April 6, 2011 at 8:11 pm #

    So creative! Come link up – pretty please! :)
    Smiles,
    Melanie
    Reasons To Skip The Housework
    Tuesday Time Out Link Up Party

    Reply
  3. Rebecca @ My Girlish Whims April 6, 2011 at 9:00 pm #

    i love these! they are all so cute :)

    Reply
  4. My Oatmeal Kisses April 6, 2011 at 9:28 pm #

    Yum! These are great eye candy! Great idea!

    Reply
  5. Jessie April 6, 2011 at 9:38 pm #

    Love those brooches! They are so cute and pretty. You are so crafty and talented.

    Jessie
    http://www.mixandchic.com

    Reply
  6. Holly Kennedy April 7, 2011 at 12:34 pm #

    So cute! Great job!

    Reply
  7. Laura at Ms. Smartie Pants April 7, 2011 at 2:35 pm #

    Amy, I have been working on an idea for a wreath, you have inspired me! I am going to have to do a little redesign. Thanks for a great tutorial, yours always look so nice!
    Have fun on your trip!

    Reply
  9. casserole April 9, 2011 at 1:28 pm #

    These are so pretty! And perfect for early spring!

    I linked to your tutorial on Craft Gossip Sewing:
    http://sewing.craftgossip.com/tutorial-burlap-and-felt-flower-brooches/2011/04/09/

    –Anne

    Reply
  10. zumrana April 11, 2011 at 2:17 pm #

    Hello, Wonderfull flowers.
    I linked your tutorial here :

    http://zumranam.blogspot.com/2011/04/cuval-bezinden-cicek-yapls.html

    Reply
  11. Laura at Ms. Smartie Pants April 27, 2011 at 2:59 pm #

    I told you I loved these and you inspired me, I am showing off my wreath and linking back to you today, come and check it out. Who created your blog design? It has to be one of my favs!

    Reply
  12. House Revivals May 2, 2011 at 2:04 am #

    So cute! Great minds definitely think alike — I did burlap flowers for a lampshade a few weeks ago. Love, love your rolled centers — I may have to steal that idea :) Thanks for the inspiration!
    ~Amanda
    http://houserevivals.blogspot.com/2011/03/couple-of-months-ago-i-posted-about.html

    Reply
  13. Abby Anderson August 29, 2012 at 9:16 pm #

    I love these! Thank you for sharing!!

    Reply

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