Girls enjoy wearing hair accessories and ornaments, whether to hold your hair or simply to give a special touch to your look. hooks, loops and clasps They are essential accessories for decorating little girls' hair, and the best thing of all is that we can make them at home in a simple and inexpensive way.
In this article, we will teach you how to make beautiful Ornaments for passes and hooks made of felt, a versatile material, easy to work with and available in a wide variety of colors. In addition, this type of craft will encourage creativity and allow you to personalize each accessory according to your daughter's tastes and preferences.
Necessary materials
Before you begin, make sure you have the following materials:
- Felt scraps in various colors.
- Pencil or vanishing marker to mark the design.
- Sharp scissors.
- Pins, hooks, clasps or pins.
- Needle and embroidery threads in contrasting colors.
- Wadding or soft filling to give volume.
Steps to make ornaments for loops and hooks
1. Select the design
The first step is to choose the sketch of the ornamentA simple design like a bunny, butterfly or star is great for beginners. Draw the outline on paper and cut it out to use as a template.
2. Prepare the pieces
With the template in hand, mark the figure on the felt twice to make the front and back of the ornament. If your design has additional details (such as bunny ears), cut out the necessary pieces separately.
3. Sew decorative details
Before joining the two parts of the ornament, it is advisable to sew on the details such as eyes, nose or decorative elements. You can do this with embroidery stitches or by using small pieces of felt sewn by hand.
4. Join and fill
With the pieces ready, begin to sew the edges of the design with a blanket stitch or backstitch. Before closing completely, insert a little wadding filling to give volume.
5. Attach the accessory
Once the ornament is finished, sew it or glue it with hot silicone to a hook, clasp or brooch. Make sure it is securely fastened to prevent it from coming loose during use.
Ideas and variations for custom ornaments
- funny animals: In addition to the bunny, try making kittens, bears or butterflies using different color combinations.
- Flowers and stars: Design simple shapes with petals and decorative embroidery.
- Initials or names: Create a unique accessory with your daughter's initial or name embroidered on felt.
- Beads and sequins: Add a touch of sparkle with hand-embroidered rhinestones.
Tips for preserving homemade decorations
- Store them in a small box or case to prevent them from becoming deformed.
- Do not expose them to excessive moisture so that the felt does not lose its shape.
- If they get dirty, gently wipe them with a damp cloth and let them air dry.
- If you used glue, periodically check that the pieces are still well adhered.
Make these Ornaments for passes and hooks It's a fun activity that you can share with your daughter. Not only will she wear personalized accessories, but you'll also spend some time together developing creativity. Feel free to try out new designs and techniques.
