Felt Craft Patterns

If you craft or sew, you always have leftover scraps of felt. Here are felt craft patterns and tutorials on the web - and some of them are just plain gorgeous.

Free felt crafts are available as downloadable instructions with photos and material lists. There are simple projects for children, as well as beautiful designer items that will add color to your holiday decorating.

Felt, yarn, glue and everyday crafting supplies are all that is needed to keep kids entertained for hours. Make popular selling crafts with felt for fundraisers and craft shows.


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Felt Crafts

1. Choose the Right Felt for Your Project

  • Acrylic felt is budget-friendly but can pill over time.
  • Wool or wool-blend felt is more durable, softer, and holds its shape better.

2. Use Sharp Scissors for Clean Cuts

  • Invest in fabric scissors or precision detail scissors for smooth edges.
  • Avoid using paper scissors—they will dull quickly and make cutting felt harder.

3. Prevent Fraying with Proper Techniques

  • While most felt doesn't fray, cheap acrylic felt can get fuzzy; use sharp cuts or trim edges with pinking shears.
  • Apply clear fabric glue or Fray Check on edges if needed.

4. Secure Felt Pieces with the Right Adhesive

  • Fabric glue or hot glue works well, but avoid using too much to prevent seepage.
  • For a sewable option, use fusible web to bond layers before stitching.

5. Use Embroidery Stitches for a Handmade Look

  • A blanket stitch or whipstitch adds charm and durability to edges.
  • Try a running stitch for simple, decorative details.

6. Layer Felt for Dimension

  • Stack different shades of felt to create depth and contrast.
  • Use foam or a bit of stuffing between layers for a 3D effect.

7. Keep Small Pieces Organized

  • Store scraps in labeled zip bags or a compartment box to prevent loss.
  • Use a felt board or pin board to arrange cutouts before assembly.

8. Mark Patterns Without Bleeding Ink

  • Use chalk, disappearing fabric pens, or a light pencil instead of markers.
  • Test on a scrap piece first to ensure it doesn't stain.

9. Reinforce Soft Felt for Sturdier Crafts

  • Attach interfacing to the back of felt for a firmer structure.
  • Double-layer pieces when making plush toys or ornaments for added thickness.

10. Store Felt Properly to Avoid Wrinkles

  • Keep sheets flat in a plastic container or hanging file folder.
  • If wrinkled, lightly steam with an iron on low heat (don't press directly on the felt).

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