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How to Make an Ornament with Vinyl

May 6, 2015 by Lisa Fulmer Leave a Comment

how-to-make-an-ornamentClear, soft vinyl is perfect for stitching and stuffing with whatever you like – glitter, confetti, ribbons, beads, fibers – you name it! It doesn’t have to just be an ornament either – use a variety of shapes to add to gift wrap, make a baby mobile, or hang on your curtain tie-backs. This idea is perfect for holiday party favors, too – you can make hearts for Valentine’s Day, trees and snowmen for Christmas, shamrocks for St. Patrick’s Day, or stars for the Fourth of July.

I hand-stitched the edges of this flower (you need a thimble to help push the needle through two layers of vinyl) in just a few minutes – these ornaments come together quick! Be sure to wipe the inside of each layer to remove any fingerprints before sewing together. Try adding a few extra stitches in the center after stuffing to give your ornament a quilted effect!

Supplies:

Clear vinyl (designed for sewing)
Polyester stuffing
Glitter
Needle and thread
Wood skewer
Clips, straight pins
Marker
Stencil
Scissors
Self-adhesive chippies and gems

trace shape on vinyl

 

1.  Fold a piece of vinyl in half and trace a shape or stencil on one side. Secure the two layers of vinyl with straight pins (outside of the shape) and cut out both layers. Remove excess marks with a little rubbing alcohol.

2.  Clip the layers together evenly so they don’t shift as you stitch the edges together. Be sure to start at the top with a long enough piece of thread to fit all the way around. Leave a small opening unstitched.

stitching vinyl flower

 

3.  Stuff the shape – sprinkle glitter inside (some may leak out between your stitches, but there’s a little static between the two layers of vinyl that holds most of it inside) and poke in your desired stuffing through the unstitched side, using a skewer.

stuffing vinyl flower

 

4.  Stitch the open edge shut and tie a knotted loop  to finish it for hanging. Embellish the front as desired.

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Have you ever worked with vinyl before?

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Lisa has worked in the craft industry for many years as a designer and marketing consultant. She loves being an artist, crafter, writer and teacher! Lisa has written two popular craft project books - "Craft Your Stash" and "Stylish Craft Foam Projects." She's a columnist for Bella Crafts Quarterly Magazine and she writes about her city's art scene for a news blog and local newspaper. Lisa is also an active member of the Craft & Hobby Association.
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