New Year's Resolution

Each year I make a resolution to not buy any more new fabric until I finish up using what I have.  This usually lasts until approximately January 2!  (Plus there is no way I could ever use up all of my stash, it will be out of style before that happens.)

However, this week I did put to use some fun wool flowers I created last year.  Wool and wool felt are some of my favorite fabrics to work with.

These wool candle wraps were created from Faribault Woolen Mill  remnants.  Just cut the fabric in the width you want and length to wrap around the glass candle holder (add an inch or so for your seam allowance).  Then, it is up to you how to finish.  Stitching on the top and bottom is not necessary but I did add a blanket stitch with wool floss to these.

I then added my wool flowers and stitched up the end seams to create the wrap.

Here is a quick tutorial on the flowers:

Draw a circular pattern like these:

(the actual circle sizes are 4", 3" and 2.5")

Cut your wool felt the circle shape and then cut along the lines so you have a spiral.  Starting with the center wrap around the fabric around until you have created the flower shape.  Stitch or glue to fasten the flower and add a bead to the center.  

Light your candle to cozy up your home!