For this tutorial, you will need felt of various colors, whichever you desire. You will also need scissors and some sort of fabric glue. It might also be useful to have a pen or pencil for outlining your shapes.
I first cut out the shape of the bag in two pieces of felt, making sure to make it about two or three inches bigger, because that is where we will tie the bag together. Next cut around this half oval shape slits about one inch wide. Take the slits from each of the two pieces of half oval-shaped felt, and starting on one corner tie the pieces together all of the way around.
Next, cut out shapes for the owl. Two white circles and two smaller black circles for the eyes, and an orange triangle will be for the beak. I made half oval shapes of various colors for the feathers, and I made the owl shape by folding the felt in half and cutting the outline of one side of the owl, so that when you open it up you have two exact same sides. Also, don't forget to make some sort of owl foot shape. You will need a long ten or fifteen by one inch piece for the handle. When you are finished cutting the pieces out, now apply them all to the felt with fabric glue and let it dry.
You can make so many different animals or shapes with these bags. Have fun with it, and let me know if you tried this tutorial. I used to be an activity coordinator for children and developmentally disabled individuals, and this project was definitely a hit for both guys and girls.
Today went by quickly. It's the beginning of Thanksgiving week, and there was lots of shopping to be done. I'm responsible for the peas with bacon, and pecan pie. Last year was my first attempt at making a homemade pecan pie, and it came out better than I expected. I made it the morning of, so it was fresh and marvelous when we cut into it. I'd like to do the same thing this year, only this time I'm making my own pie crust. Can't wait to share!
I also did a little online shopping this weekend, and earlier today. I've been needing a new pair of black heels because I wear them so often, they get way past their prime. Since I go through heels so quickly, I don't like to spend very much on them. I've learned that it's best to have at least two pairs of heels in nude and black--one pair for work and another for nice occasions. I like to shop at 6pm, and I find inexpensive heels I always love. Today they had an extra 15% off coupon, so bought these babies.
I've also been in need of a better shampoo, so I used my birthday coupon code for 15% off their PRX Reparatives shampoo. I have not tried it before, but I know their other shampoos work well. I also have a ton of conditioner, so for now I only bought the shampoo. A few months ago I went to the Fredrick Fekkai here in Dallas, and I really enjoy my haircut. I have received several compliments, and I look forward to going back many more times.
I'm also a huge fan of homemade gifts. One of my ideas this year, besides jewelry, is one given to me by the person I am gifting it to. I received an email one day with this adorable DIY craft idea on Etsy for making your own pressed flower iPhone case. I usually save my bouquets, and let them dry out. I also have some vintage pressed flowers from a craft store I would love to combine to create one of these lovely gifts. I purchased a clear iPhone 5 case from Amazon for less than two dollars. Light bulb! I'm thinking because I love DIY crafts so much, I will have to share a blog post in the near future about some of my other DIY crafts.
I hope everyone had a blessed and joyous Monday. May your Tuesday be just as special, as well as the days that follow.
-xoxo-
Stephanie
