Posts Tagged ‘Embellishment Ideas’
Make PERFECT Bows for Your No Sew Quilted Ornaments
In this video, Monica you how to make PERFECT bows for your no-sew ornaments, using our easy ‘Bow Tie’ template. And, we’ve got this template available FREE. Get it HERE. Never made an ornament before? Learn Step by Step, HERE (FREE!) Want the FREE downloadable Bow Tie Template? Get it HERE.
Read MoreTips & Tricks: Hide Foam with Bead Caps
Ever have holes or gaps in the very center of an ornament, where some stubborn foam insists on showing itself? (#NoShame – it happens to all of us!) One cute way to hide this (and this is just ONE way… I’ll send even more in future emails).. is to simply pin on a bead cap,…
Read MoreWhere to Find Charms for your Quilted Ornaments
I love adding little charms to my ornaments. I got this little ghost charm from TwoPurplePandas.com. By the way, I’ve got a handy list of supplies (with links) for these ornaments, right HERE.
Read MoreYou don’t always need a bow.
You don’t always need to use a ribbon bow on your quilted ornaments. For this one, I made a hanger out of gold beads, sewing it under the gold trim to hold it in place, and then covered up any “messy” parts with gold sequins. Simple & elegant! Happy Ornament-ing!
Read MoreTop your ornaments with ‘Falling Leaves’ for Autumn.
Looking for a way to top your Fall-themed ornaments? Try using ‘falling leaves’ in place of a bow! While this look can work beautifully with any fall themed design, it looks particularly stunning on the sleek looking Kimekomi ornaments such as the FREE Moonlight Pattern or the Elements Pattern. In the example above, I used…
Read MoreQuick Tip – Adding Charms to your Quilted Ornaments (and where to find them).
Probably one of the quickest & easiest ways you can dress up or personalize your quilted ornaments is to add a charm or two. Most of the time, I simply create a “chain” from a couple of jumprings, add my charm to it, and then pin it right onto the top of my ornament (held…
Read MoreQuick Tip – Using Beads, Sequins, & Rhinestones on your Quilted Ornaments.
I have another quick & easy ornament embellishment idea for you: beads, sequins, and rhinestones… simply pin or glue them on! Here are a few ideas for you. Pine Cone decorated with beads. Quilted Pinwheel Ornament decorated with sequins. Quilted balls decorated with beads & sequins. Sequins and beads can be used to hide foam…
Read MoreQuick Tip! Embellish your Quilted Ornaments with Flowers
Want an easy and beautiful way to embellish your quilted ornaments? How about flowers? Here are a few quick ideas: Poinsettias make a lovely topper to any Christmas (or even just winter) ornament! You can find them in all shapes and sizes and they can be used in many different styles, from traditional to very modern!…
Read More7 Ideas for your Handmade Christmas Ornaments.
Well…. it’s upon us! The holiday season is here. I’ve rounded up some ideas for you, to give you a little inspiration if you’re making your own ornaments this year. Hope you enjoy. :) 1. Showcase a picture in the center of your ornament (or a name, date, sports team, favorite character, photo printed on…
Read MoreEmbellishing your quilted ornaments.
This weekend, I was cleaning out my fabric stash. (Alright, really I was just looking at it all. Cleaning out? What does that even mean??) I came across some cute snowman-y fabric that I must have bought a few years ago. And, I had even bought it in 2 colors. I felt inspired to make…
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