While I was out Christmas shopping last week, I saw a woman standing in line who was wearing one of the most unique scarves I’ve seen in a long while: a pieced series of funky flowers that looked to be made of felted wool. I immediately fell in love with it, and I knew I would have to try my hand at creating my own version.
I love the look and feel of wool felt, but it can sometimes be hard to come by, and it tends to be rather pricey. To make this particular scarf, though, I knew no other medium would do. Did you know that you can easily create your own wool felt for pennies on the dollar? That is exactly what I did here, using a few clothing items I found on the 99-cent rack at my local thrift store. I would love to share with you exactly how I did it. And for the sewing novices out there, you’ll be thrilled to hear that if you can cut circles and tie knots, you have all the skills required to tackle this project!
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.
Mommy Minded says
Love it!
Alison says
You are 100% Amy! I don’t think anyone could imitate your style!! I love this, and I love the vibrant colors! How do you have time for this after just moving?! Very impressive!
Mel says
Stunning! I must attempt this and your instructions are magnificant.
I didn’t notice your nostrils at all 🙂 I was staring at those long eyelashes.
K-E Kreations says
Thanks so much for the great tutorial.
Blessed Mommy of 2 says
LOL! Amy you crack me up! I never even noticed your nostrils. Your eyes are beautiful in this picture and that was what I saw until I read your comment. =) Lovely scarf btw!
Michele {The Scrap Shoppe} says
Great tutorial, Amy! I love the extra ribbon you left from tying the flowers together. Great pic of you modeling it, too!
Kelli @ RTSM says
Such a pretty scarf!
CREATIVE MIND says
This is really nice..very well tutorial..thankssssss a lot….
Rene says
I love it! Thanks for sharing how to make the flowers.
-Rene
Heather says
I love, love, love this! Going to the thrift store tomorrow to find me some sweaters! New follower as well!
Heather @ The Other White House
red says
I love it. It’s great, to think it just made out of those unused clothes! Thanks for sharing!
Grow your eyelashes longer with Bimatoprost!
Beverly @ FlamingoToes.com says
I saw your scarf on SYTYC and fell in love!! Thanks so much for sharing your tutorial! The scarf is so so cute.
Krista says
This is really amazing. You are so clever!!
Laura Sennott says
I just love this but wool sweaters are difficult to come by in Texas. Great idea!
Chiara says
Creative and beautiful project. Thank you for the tutorial! I have never visited your blog–it is always fun finding a new, fun blog!
Brandi says
Gorgeous!
Katie's Nesting Spot says
Oh WOW I LOVE it!
Lisa Brown says
LOVE this! Thanks for the great tutorial!
The Tootsie Wootsie says
This Scarf is really cute!
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Lou says
I came across your site after searching for ‘felt patterns.’ Thank you so much for sharing the details of your scarf creation- it looks beautiful and the instructions are so clear.