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Simple DIY Felt Garland

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Am I the only one that thinks garland could solve the world’s problems? I mean really – it makes everything look better and the best part is most types of garland are so easy to make yourself. Raise your praise hands. This simple DIY felt garland is shockingly effortless to make. You will want to drape it on anything that will stand still! Make this simple DIY felt garland for your budget home decor. This versatile garland can be created to fit any holiday decor scheme, perfect for a DIY party banner. There is a whole list about wher can I hang garland ideas! Even good for a kid's craft! #garlandtutorial #feltproject #holidaydecor #budgetdecoratingidea

Where can I hang garland?

Just in case you are needing some fresh ideas on where to use this gorgeous little felt garland you’re about to whip up then think about a few fun places you might try mixing in a garland for your holiday decor (or any day if you ask me!)Make this simple DIY felt garland for your budget home decor. This versatile garland can be created to fit any holiday decor scheme, perfect for a DIY party banner. There is a whole list about wher can I hang garland ideas! Even good for a kid's craft! #garlandtutorial #feltproject #holidaydecor #budgetdecoratingidea

  1. On your mantel – duh but it had to be said! 
  2. Over a mirror
  3. Across a buffet in your kitchen, entry or dining area.
  4. Across a wreathMake this simple DIY felt garland for your budget home decor. This versatile garland can be created to fit any holiday decor scheme, perfect for a DIY party banner. There is a whole list about wher can I hang garland ideas! Even good for a kid's craft! #garlandtutorial #feltproject #holidaydecor #budgetdecoratingidea
  5. On your headboard or foot-board in the bedroom (so fetching for holiday decor!)
  6. Across an empty picture frame. This makes the cutest vignette!
  7. On a wall as a focal point
  8. Draped over a picture in a gallery wall
  9. From a shelf (especially if you don’t have a mantel)
  10. Party decor
  11. Over a bookshelf
  12. From a large opening or entryway
  13. Run it down the middle of a table for a runnerMake this simple DIY felt garland for your budget home decor. This versatile garland can be created to fit any holiday decor scheme, perfect for a DIY party banner. There is a whole list about wher can I hang garland ideas! Even good for a kid's craft! #garlandtutorial #feltproject #holidaydecor #budgetdecoratingidea
  14. Above your stove on the back-splash
  15. Down the staircase banister
  16. On a plant or tree

Be sure to tell me your additional idea…we want to make sure the list is super complete. 😉 

Now to make this simple rag garland you need a few things, but all in I made this 7 foot garland for less than $5! 

Felt Garland Supplies

Felt Squares – I bought three colors, 4 squares of each. You could make this solid or add in more colors. The ones I bought were 33 cents each and measured 9″X12″ My finished garland is approximately 7′.Make this simple DIY felt garland for your budget home decor. This versatile garland can be created to fit any holiday decor scheme, perfect for a DIY party banner. There is a whole list about wher can I hang garland ideas! Even good for a kid's craft! #garlandtutorial #feltproject #holidaydecor #budgetdecoratingidea

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Needle

Scissors/Paper Cutter/Rotary Cutter

I cut each square into one inch strips cutting the short side so I ended up with 12 – 1″ strips. Next I cut those strips in half so I had 24 – 1″X4.5″ strips from each piece of felt. 

Next I stacked my felt into stacks of 10 so I didn’t have to count as I threaded the pieces. It was just easier to me! 

Next, I tripled up standard sewing thread so it would be a little more sturdy. I started with a long piece, but I added on as I went so I didn’t have to start with a super long piece of thread that would be hard to manage. Make this simple DIY felt garland for your budget home decor. This versatile garland can be created to fit any holiday decor scheme, perfect for a DIY party banner. There is a whole list about wher can I hang garland ideas! Even good for a kid's craft! #garlandtutorial #feltproject #holidaydecor #budgetdecoratingidea

Take each piece of felt and thread through the middle, piercing the felt three times to “gather” it slightly. For my garland I did 10 pieces of felt for each color and repeated. 

When you get to the end tie, loop around the last piece a felt a few times and tie off securely so the garland stays tied up nicely. Viola! Gorgeous, simple felt garland for you to have a party with. Isn’t this such a cheery little project. You can whip one of these up in your favorite color scheme in no time – have a blast! Make this simple DIY felt garland for your budget home decor. This versatile garland can be created to fit any holiday decor scheme, perfect for a DIY party banner. There is a whole list about wher can I hang garland ideas! Even good for a kid's craft! #garlandtutorial #feltproject #holidaydecor #budgetdecoratingidea

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  1. Emilou says

    October 5, 2020 at 8:39 AM

    So cute and easy, thank you Kim.

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    • Kim at Salvaged Living says

      October 5, 2020 at 1:31 PM

      Glad you like it friend! super simple, my favorite

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  2. Deena says

    October 5, 2020 at 8:40 AM

    Love this Kim! I’ve used this to make scarfs before but not as decor! Clever and so mindless, what a great craft to do while listening to morning devo! A great pop of color for Any holiday!

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    • Kim at Salvaged Living says

      October 5, 2020 at 1:30 PM

      yes – so simple to make and I think it would be gret to have in a ton of colors to use for parties and holidays!

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  3. Nanci says

    October 5, 2020 at 10:59 AM

    What size needle did you use?

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    • Kim at Salvaged Living says

      October 5, 2020 at 1:30 PM

      I don’t know – I don’t really sew lol, so I just used one that worked!! 😉

      Reply

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