How-To Project: Pattern 1601 Fabric Flowers

Project #SW067

how-to project: pattern 1601 fabric flowers

With Simplicity pattern 1601 you can sew a bouquet 3. With WRONG sides together, loosely fold each fabric of beautiful fabric flowers that can be used for fashion strip to form a loop, as shown here. accessories, home accents and holiday décor. Start with the projects shown here and get inspired – the creative possibilities are endless!

Flower Frame Wreath 4. Tuck loops in between the flowers on the outer edge of the frame to fill any gaps. Secure in place with hot glue.

MATERIALS • Fabric flowers sewn from Simplicity Pattern 1601 in a variety of sizes and colors – we used 15 flowers total • 15 (fifteen) strips of coordinating 2" x 6" fabric or 2-1/2 yards of 2" wide ribbon

DIRECTIONS 1. Starting at one corner, place and rearrange flowers until you are pleased with the result.

2. Secure each flower in place with hot glue.

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how-to project: pattern 1601 fabric flowers

Garden Wall Hanging 2. Starting approximately 1-1/2" to 2" from the lower edge, hot glue the fence as shown on the RIGHT side of the wall hanging.

3. Hot glue rick rack along bottom edge of picket fence as shown – this will be the grass.

4. Place flowers on burlap and fencing as desired – when you are happy with the arrangement, secure each flower in place with hot glue. MATERIALS • Fabric flowers sewn from Simplicity Pattern 5. Create flower stems with remaining rick rack, 1601 in a variety of sizes and colors – we used securing in place with hot glue as you go. Take time 15 flowers total to plan the placement, using gentle curves and • One 20" x 40" piece of foam core or cardboard changing directions as desired. • 1 yard of 45" wide burlap fabric • Masking tape • 3 yards of medium or large rick rack trim • Purchased wooden picket fence sections (available in the floral section of your favorite craft store) – we used two 18" sections

DIRECTIONS 1. Cover the foam core/cardboard base with burlap, 6. Prop your wall hanging on a decorative ledge, or using tape or hot glue to secure in place on the add a purchased picture hanger to the back and BACK of the board. Trim excess fabric as needed hang directly on the wall. to reduce bulk, but leave at least 2" around on all sides to ensure smooth, secure wrapping.

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how-to project: pattern 1601 fabric flowers

Embroidery Hoop Art 3. Pull the excess fabric to the WRONG side and hot glue securely to the inside of the inner hoop.

4. Tie the tassels in the tension bar and hot glue mini puff ball trim around the outside of the outer hoop as shown. 5. Glue fabric and small decorative flowers on the front of your artwork as desired – the number of flowers you will need and how they will be placed will depend on your fabric choice.

MATERIALS • 1 embroidery hoop, 15" in diameter • 1/4 yard of decorative fabric (we used an anime cotton print from Alexander Henry) • Scissors • Fabric flowers sewn from Simplicity Pattern 1601 in a variety of sizes and colors – we used 3 flowers total • 2 small tassels • 1-1/2 yards of 3/8" wide mini puff ball trim • Small decorative flowers – we used 7 total. Note: you can also use daisy Venice lace trim cut apart into flowers orsmall floral appliqués • Hot glue gun and glue sticks

DIRECTIONS 1. Center the print on the inner embroidery hoop as desired – we recommend focusing on a central figure or motif for best results. 2. Pull the fabric taut and place the outer embroidery hoop to hold the fabric in place, being sure that the tension bar on the hoop is at the top of the picture. Trim fabric, leaving 1" excess all around.

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how-to project: pattern 1601 fabric flowers

Burlap Wreath 2. Using one strip at a time and anchoring the end to the wreath using straight pins, wrap the burlap around the wreath to cover, wrapping at an angle and overlapping edges as you go along. Once the wreath has been completely wrapped fold under the end and secure with hot glue and pins.

3. Make a double-loop bow from remaining burlap strips, folding as shown.

MATERIALS • Large fabric flower sewn from Simplicity Pattern 1601 – we used view F poinsettia • 10" Styrofoam wreath form • 2-3 yards of 45" wide burlap fabric • Ruler • Marking pen or pencil • Scissors or rotary cutter 4. Pinch the bow at the center and tie with cord, trimming • Straight pins off the excess and saving for later. Clip the tails of the • Hot glue gun and glue sticks bow into a “V” shape as shown. • 1 yard of thin cord, such as 1/8" wide rattail

DIRECTIONS 1. Measure and mark strips of burlap measuring 3" wide by 45" long. Cut along lines with scissors or rotary cutter. Time Saving Tip: use the Simplicity® Rotary Cutting Machine to cut even strips quickly and easily. 5. Hot glue bow to wreath as desired. Hot glue flower over center of the bow. 6. Use the remainder of the cord to form a loop for hanging.

how-to project: pattern 1601 fabric flowers

Burlap Stocking

MATERIALS • Large fabric flower sewn from Simplicity Pattern 1601 – we used view F poinsettia • Simplicity Pattern 2545 – we used view D stocking, omitting the pieces for the heel and toe cap • 3/4 yard of 45" wide burlap fabric for stocking • 3/4 yard of 45" wide fabric for lining • 5/8 yard of 45" wide contrasting fabric for cuff • Scissors • Straight pins • Sewing machine • Matching Thread • Hand sewing needle

DIRECTIONS 1. Cut and sew stocking according to the pattern and instructions provided in holiday stocking Simplicity pattern 2545. 2. Place the flower on the top of the stocking as shown, close to the hanging loop of the stocking. Hand sew to secure.