owen's olivia: November 2014

11/19/2014

DIY Geometric Ornaments for U-Create

Geometric Ornaments

Hello all! I am over at U-Create today sharing a simple tutorial. I hope that you will stop by. Pin it for later too. It's so easy, and it is very easy to customize to your tastes. Have a great day!

Find the tutorial here.

xx nancy

11/16/2014

Felt Acorn Ornaments || DIY

Felt Acorn Ornaments || DIY

This is a tutorial that I did for Whipperberry back in 2011. I am sharing a new ornament tutorial in the coming days, so I wanted to share this tutorial with you as well, especially since Christmas is fast approaching.

I still love my acorns!! They are still going strong 3 years later. Owen did destroy a few of them, but I blame that on his toddler behavior. Now he actually respects the things in my home, for the most part. :) I should definitely make more of these though, and they make great gifts. I even used them to tie around some caramel jars I had made.

Supplies

Felt balls, store bought or you can make your own.
Acorn caps
Hot glue
Needle and embroidery floss

1. Thread your needle and triple knot the ends together.
2. Using your needle and something hard (scissors), push the needle through the acorn cap to create a hole.

3. Push the needle throughout the felt ball and in through the hole you made in the cap.

4. If you do not want to use hot glue, pull all the way through. If you want the cap to stay in place, apply hot glue, then push the cap down.

5. Cut the string at the needle, and tie a knot. That's it! You have your acorn ornament!

Enjoy!

xx nancy

One year ago: High Point Market
Two years ago: Visually Understanding Your Thread
Three years ago: A Tastespotting Thanksgiving || Recipes

11/10/2014

Pattern Parcel #7

Hello! Awhile back I agreed to make a sample from one of the patterns from Pattern Parcel #7. If you are like I was, you may be unfamiliar with Pattern Parcel.

Pattern Parcel #7: Choose your own price and support DonorsChoose. Win/win!

Pattern Parcel has a simple mission in mind. The company offers sewing enthusiasts the chance to support indie designers and children's education by allowing the buyers to choose how much they would like to donate when purchasing the parcel. Here is what they have to say in regards to supporting children's education.

Donors Choose is an organization that matches up the needs of teachers and their students for specific projects with willing donors. The funds raised from each Pattern Parcel sale will go to help K-12 students in minimizing educational inequality and encourage a community where children have the tools and experiences necessary for an excellent education.

Each parcel is unique with a theme in mind. This month's parcel is focused on handbags. Once the parcel time is up, the bundle package is gone. The buyer will then need to purchase the patterns individually. Don't want to sew all the patterns within the collection? That's ok. You purchase what you think the patterns are worth to you.

Pattern Parcel #7 includes 5 patterns, but choose a price of $32 or greater and you will automatically be sent the Bonus Pattern. That's just over $5 a pattern! The bonus pattern is the brand new Daphne Bag from Clover & Violet. The Daphne is a slouch satchel that can be worn across the body or as a should bag. The zip top keeps your gear secure and the internal pockets keep your accessories where you need them.