~ photo heavy tutorial ~
Howdy! I made a wreath from fabric strips, and a few ribbon pieces. I was so happy with the final result, that I want to share with you all, on how I did it. Now, if you search the internet, you will find a lot, (and I do mean ALOT of tutorials).
Supplies:
3 fat quarters (I washed the fabric before I tore the strips)
3 ribbons
1 lace trim
wire wreath
scissors
(you could very simply use 4 fabrics and 2 ribbons and a lace trim)
I used european size fat quarters, and had some fabric left over. The ribbons I used, were neutrals, and one pink. I also used some lace trim. The wire wreath I used is an eight inch round.
The pattern on this stripe fabric is simple, so I tore 1/2" strips, and then cut the strips into quarters.
This pattern is a bit more busier, so I tore 3/4" strips, and then cut the strips into quarters.
The largest pattern, I tore 1" strips, and then cut the strips into quarters.
I measured out a foot, from each fabric, then made little snips with my scissors, and then tore the strips. I cut each strip into quarters, so that each scrap measures approximately 5" long.
I cut a variety of ribbons and trims into 5" lengths. I also cut several strips of pink satin ribbon with white polka dots.
I then decided on a pattern for my scraps to go on to the wreath. I wanted a random look, but I don't really do 'random'. I do structured 'random'. {smile}
I started on the inside wire, and then progressed to the next wire, and the next, and finally the outer wire. I attached the fabric strips to the wire frame in a loop like fashion. [several tutorials say to tie the fabric strips, but i didn't like the idea. {frown}]
not the sequence, just an image to show the looping |
Once I finished looping the fabric strips around the wires, I went through to ensure that each wire segment had the same fullness. So, there was some adding, and a few changing of ribbons and fabrics.
Until, ta-da!
Thank you for looking! I hope this tutorial was informative. And that you create a fabric strip wreath, too! {smile}
2 comments:
Wow! I love the wreath, it's beautiful. Since I don't sew this is a perfect project for me. Thanks for the great instructions I am going to give it a try!
Love love love it!! I have so many fat qtr pieces...I am going to have to make one of these for my door for summer! TFS!!
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