I am not sure what Stephanie the genius behind Imagine our Life has listed on her business cards but I am pretty sure felt magician would be fitting. Once you see this amazing DIY felt advent calendar I am sure you’ll agree. Every bit of this adorable felt gingerbread house is simply scrumptious!
Every sugary detail is pure magic!
It seems like this stunning calendar would assemble surprisingly quickly thanks to adhesive advent numbers.
Sewn from a high quality wool blend felt and featuring sequined details doubt this piece will become a treasured family heriloom the kids will look forward to revisiting season after season.
She generously shares this amazing advent calendar tutorial free on her blog. Wait until you see the genuis way she hangs this beautiful advent calendar.
The pockets are detailed with enchanting candy pieces that sparkle and shine.
Cut out felt heart shape (I) from white, chartreuse, and sparrow colored felts.
Cut (C) from white felt.
Cut one each of templates E, F, and G from and 1 D from red felt.
Trace out the heart shape onto template B try to leave lots of spacing around the heart it will be easier to sew the vinyl down.
Cover heart shape with buttons – This doesn’t need to be exact.
Sew vinyl over button pieces.
Throw a few loose buttons in if desired.
Set Aside.
Stitch template C onto template A
Stitch down red D piece using an overcast stitch and matching thread. Trim ends of felt so they fit at an angle.
Make a Felt Bow
Loop E piece over as shown and stitch down. Wrap F piece around the loop and stitch down. Lay onto G piece and secure with a few stitches.
Place the ribbon in the center and stitch down.
Place vinyl covered B piece behind the box front. Carefully stitch together using matching thread and hiding the stitches under the loose scalloped heart edge. Set aside.
Lay out heart shapes (I ) as shown and stitch each down with a running stitch and matching thread.
Sew sides together (D and H) Attach back piece to frame with an overcast stitch with matching thread.
Sew front on, stuffing before you close.
Print templates as full page.
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We’re planning out future felt blog posts- tell me what you’d like to see on our blog. Happy Crafting!
Every sugary detail is pure magic!
