Let’s whip up a charming felt candy cane ornament that’ll add a dash of homemade cheer to your holiday décor. This pint-sized sweet treat is perfect for trimming your tree, adorning gifts, or spreading joy to friends and family. Ready to dive in? Let’s make some holiday magic!
What You’ll Need
- White felt (2 pieces)
- Red embroidery thread
- Needle
- Scissors
- Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
- Red satin ribbon
- Thin cord or string for hanging
- Pins (optional, but helpful)
Let’s Get Crafting!
Step 1: Cut Your Candy Cane Shape
- Draw a candy cane shape on one piece of white felt, about 4-6 inches long.
- Stack both pieces of white felt and pin them together.
- Carefully cut out your candy cane shape through both layers of felt.
Pro Tip: If you’re not confident in your freehand skills, find a candy cane template online and trace it onto your felt!
Step 2: Stitch and Stuff
- Thread your needle with red embroidery thread, doubling it for strength.
- Align your two felt pieces and begin a blanket stitch along the edge. Don’t know how? No worries! It’s easier than it sounds:
- Bring the needle up through both layers of felt from the back.
- Loop the thread under the needle and pull tight.
- Repeat, keeping your stitches even and close together.
- Stitch about 3/4 of the way around, leaving an opening for stuffing.
- Gently stuff your candy cane with polyester fiberfill. Don’t overstuff – we want it plump but not bursting!
- Finish stitching to close the opening.
Crafty Tip: If you’re new to sewing, take it slow and steady. Remember, perfection isn’t the goal – charm is!
Step 3: Add the Festive Flair
- Cut a length of red satin ribbon, long enough to wrap around your candy cane.
- Starting at the straight end, carefully wrap the ribbon around the candy cane, slightly overlapping as you go.
- Secure the end with a dab of fabric glue or a few small stitches.
Step 4: Make It Hangable
- Cut a 6-inch piece of thin cord or string.
- Form a loop and secure it to the top of the candy cane’s curve with a few stitches.
Ta-da! You’ve Done It!
Step back and admire your handiwork – you’ve just created an adorable felt candy cane ornament! This sweet little decoration is ready to bring a touch of handmade joy to your holiday celebrations.
Why stop at one? Whip up a batch of these cuties to create a charming candy cane garland, or give them as heartfelt gifts to spread some holiday cheer. After all, the best presents are the ones made with love (and a little bit of felt).
Happy crafting, and may your holidays be merry, bright, and filled with the sweet satisfaction of DIY success!
