A few years ago I made a cute little leaf garland at the start of September. Now, it's a mini tradition and I always enjoy making something cute and decorative to ring in the new season every year. Would you like to make one too? I thought you might!
Here's how I did it...1. Cut leaves... as many as you like! I used Fancy Felt and yarn. In the past I used embroidery thread too. Thread is easier to sew, but I think yarn is a little bit prettier. 2. Stitch the leaves together. This is a good project to do while watching a movie or waiting for some cookies to bake! 3. Be sure to add knots to each end of the felt leaves and to the ends of the yarn to prevent fraying. 4. Hang it in a doorway, on a mantel or on a bed frame. Enjoy your leaves...
Here's the original garland I made back in 2008. See the embroidery thread instead of yarn?
Here's our cute little garland decorating our register at Red Velvet. Have fun getting crafty... It's that time of year! xo, elsie
How cute! It turned out great!
♥ Gina Michele
CrochetClouds.com
Posted by: Gina Michele | September 04, 2011 at 01:35 PM
so cute and perfect for fall! I'm gonna make one now! Thanks for sharing :)
xoxo, Tammy
Posted by: Tammy | September 04, 2011 at 01:48 PM
Such a cute & crafty idea! Fancy Felt is the best!
Posted by: Heidi | September 04, 2011 at 01:51 PM
Super cute garland, Elsie!!
Posted by: Mandy @ Miss Indie | September 04, 2011 at 01:54 PM
Love this project! So easy and festive for the season!
Posted by: Elisha | September 04, 2011 at 02:12 PM
i really like it!i might make one:)
Posted by: ginella from my messy girlfriend | September 04, 2011 at 02:12 PM
I love this tutorial! It makes me so happy and excited for fall! yay! <3
Posted by: Ashlee | September 04, 2011 at 02:37 PM
I love DIY's, and yours are always the cutest! I'm definitely going to have to try this.
-Britta
Posted by: Britta Cait | September 04, 2011 at 02:48 PM
These are really fun. Definitely a great classroom project, too.
Posted by: Jennifer | September 04, 2011 at 02:48 PM
In love!! This is exactly what my house needs. Also, it'd be adorable in pastel pinkies and blues too. I like this a lot.
anastasia
http://www.uglyplants.blogspot.com
Posted by: anastasia | September 04, 2011 at 02:57 PM
So simple but beautiful... I think I'll have to make one to decorate my little workspace!
Posted by: Lucy | September 04, 2011 at 04:10 PM
amazing!!!
i really love the colors!!!
great idea!
i think i need such a garland too...soon!!!
have a great week!
liebgruss from germany
eni
Posted by: eni | September 04, 2011 at 04:31 PM
nice idea
Posted by: kaylovesvintage | September 04, 2011 at 04:34 PM
Autumn is my favourite season and these leaves are just so pretty! I will be making some to decorate my fireplace with xx
Posted by: Lisa | September 04, 2011 at 05:41 PM
This is so cute! Hang on, nerdy pre-service teacher thought: it would be super cute hanging in the classroom for Autumn.
Posted by: Louise, Raspberries In Winter | September 04, 2011 at 07:21 PM
So cute! Fall is my favorite time of year, I can't wait!
Posted by: Lisa C Writes | September 04, 2011 at 07:25 PM
word up! I love this one. Thanks!
Posted by: Ellen @ Black & White & Loved All Over | September 04, 2011 at 08:16 PM
Ooo, these are gorgeous!!! ^_^ YAY for Autumn!!! I love Autumn themed crafts.
Posted by: Angie Bailey | September 04, 2011 at 08:25 PM
I love this craft! I saw your first photo back on '08 and did my best to recreate it! It took me quite a few lunch breaks at work to finish all 12 feet of it! :) I was just think about my pretty fall garland this week...it's almost time to pull it out!!
xoxo
Joy
Posted by: Joy | September 04, 2011 at 08:29 PM
very creative:)loved it
Posted by: Sukran Kirtis | September 04, 2011 at 09:05 PM