While I am definitely not a seamstress, the craft hoarder dedicated crafter in me loves pretty fabric! So occasionally, from time to time, I might pick up a few yards here and there. Since I am in the process of decorating for Spring, I knew a pretty fabric garland would be the perfect way to add color, texture and interest to the space! And the idea for this easy no-sew Spring fabric garland was hatched!!
Want to make a Spring no-sew fabric garland? (I made a similar garland for my mom's vintage love bird themed wedding shower,too!) Here are the supplies I used:
Believe it or not, the fabric for this banner was found at Walmart! I picked up three fat quarters in several bright, Spring time prints, snipped the fabric at inch intervals and ripped the fabric into strips. If you prefer cleaner edges, you can cut the lengths entirely with scissors, but I happen to like a little shabby chic 🙂 I found the felt flowers at Michaels or Joanns but you could easily make your own, grabbed some jute twine and got to work tying the fabric onto the twine:
Fold each fabric strip in half. Lay the twine on top of the folded strip about one inch down. Slip the two tails through the loop created by the fold and pull them through, creating a knot of sorts. Tighten the fabric around the twine and repeat, alternating fabric patterns. Add a felt flower to each end (I used basic craft glue) and hang it up!
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Tiffany | offbeat + inspired says
I LOVE this project. It can be used for so many things! Definitely bookmarking. Thank you for sharing it!! 😀
Gwen says
That is so fun! I love the fabrics and the polka dots! Those came from Walmart? Cool!
everydaygiggles says
I definitely want to make a banner like this. So simple, so cute! You said the fabric strips are one inch wide, but how long are they?
~Nicole
Janel from NellieBellie says
This is adorable!!! Absolutely adorable! What a great use for scraps!
Jessica Kielman says
I love it! One of my favorite uses for fabric scraps!!!
Jacque n Matt Knowlton says
I have made one of these out of ribbon for a baby shower! Love the use of the fabric scraps
Amanda says
Oh I love it!. Would make a great cake table garland too!
Jen @ Girl in the Garage says
So fun! It would probably be great for a little one's birthday party too. 🙂
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
Okay now this, even I could do. Love this idea Keri!
Michelle Hargreaves says
This is adorable! I love the fabric you chose for this project--especially the polka dots! 🙂
Michelle
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How to Nest for Less says
Oh, this is gorgeous! And I have just the place for it. Thanks for the inspiration!
Iris says
Adorable!
Abby says
super cute!
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Jamie -Better With Age says
Sooo adorable!! I gotta try this. If you want to join another party, I would love for you to link this up to our new linky party, Give Me The Goods Monday! I am hosting with 4 other bloggers, 1 party but your links will show up on all 5 blogs!
http://www.somuchbetterwithage.com/2013/04/give-me-goods-party-2.html
Jamie @ somuchbetterwithage.com
Randi~Dukes and Duchesses says
So cute! I've made garlands like that too ... I love the shabby edges so much! Thanks for sharing up at Project Inspire{d}!
Carrie @ My Favorite Finds says
I don't sew, but I LOVE pretty fabric! So cute! Thanks for sharing at Pinworthy Projects.
Jocie@TheBetterHalf says
love this! featuring you tonight!
Vanessa Roberts says
I LOVE this garland. It's ADORABLE. I have featured this along with your chalkboard plaque. You're an amazing crafter! Great job!!!
http://therookieseamstress.com/2013/04/08/make-bake-create-party-1-featured-posts/