Bring a touch of whimsical charm to your home or holiday tree with these adorable DIY felt bird ornaments! Felt is a wonderfully versatile and forgiving crafting material, making this project perfect for both seasoned crafters and little ones eager to express their creativity. The soft texture and bright colours of felt lend themselves beautifully to creating charming birds, from cheerful robins to elegant owls, and the simple shapes involved mean even beginners can achieve impressive results. These delightful ornaments make fantastic gifts, unique decorations, or a fun afternoon activity for the whole family.
With just a few basic supplies and a little bit of patience, you'll be amazed at how quickly these delightful little birds come to life. Ready to transform simple felt shapes into charming feathered friends? Let's dive into the easy, step-by-step instructions to create your own flock of felt bird ornaments!
Preparation and Safety Guidelines
- Bird template (downloadable or freehand)
- Hard sheet (cardboard)
- Pencil
- Scissors
- Felt (various colors)
- Embroidery floss or sewing thread
- Small needle
- Poly-fill or cotton
- Adult supervision is required, especially for young children using scissors and needles (if applicable).
- Keep small felt pieces away from young children to prevent choking hazards.
- Ensure proper ventilation if using felt glue or other craft supplies with strong odors.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Prepare the Template
- Cut out the bird template from a hard sheet.
Prepare the Template Cut Felt Pieces
- Trace the template onto felt pieces (two of each part).
Cut Felt Pieces Embroider the Eyes
- Embroider eyes onto the felt bird head pieces.
Embroider the Eyes Attach Feathers
- Attach the smaller feather pieces to the larger ones using an overcast stitch.
Attach Feathers Attach Feathers to Body
- Stitch the feather pieces onto the bird body.
Attach Feathers to Body Sew Body Pieces
- Stitch the two body pieces together, leaving a small opening for stuffing.
Sew Body Pieces Stuff the Bird
- Stuff the bird with poly-fill or cotton.
Stuff the Bird Close the Opening
- Close the opening with a running stitch.
Close the Opening Add Hanging Loop
- Thread a needle with thread to create a loop for hanging.
Add Hanging Loop
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Tips
- Use a hard sheet to create a reusable template.
- Remember to trace the template onto the opposite side of the felt.
- For eyes, you can use beads, stones, glitter, or a sharpie pen.
- Watch the tutorial on overcast stitch if needed.
- Use a running stitch to close the opening for stuffing.