Felting Flowers part 2

The flowers turned out pretty good! All it took was to sew the stems to the base and the base to the spathe (the flower of the calla lily) and the spathe to the spadix.

After sewing flora wire into the stem I realized that it would be good to sew it in before washing it. The fabric shrunk some and required some squeezing to get the stem to look good. I also decided the best way to sew the stem together was just more yarn. It was easier to handle and made it look ten times better than just ordinary thread.

I made a little one for my antique cat on my mantle and a larger one just to display. I think it looks pretty. They would be good gifts for people who like flowers.

The pin turned out well too. I look forward to giving it to the person I made it for. The buttons were easily purchased at Wal-Mart and made the pin look smart. I could see it on a black winter coat or a purple one.

I purchased pin backs at Michael's and sewed them on with thread. I sewed the buttons on with thread as well. I used the picture in the book for reference for the button placement.

I still have quite a bit of yarn and  might make a few more. Just to have as gifts as the need arises.

I think felting is a worthy practice and a look forward to more in the future!