Wool Flowers

Winter causes me to dig out my beloved wool sweaters from the back of my closet. I have worn them more years than I wish to share. I love how cozy I feel in them on a cold, blistery Midwest day. When I go treasure hunting at my local thrift store, and come across these yummy wool sweaters. I squeal with delight and quickly place them into my basket. They are the base for these wool flower brooches.

1. I wash the wool in hot water and dry it.
2. Then, cut it into strips approximately 3/4 of a yard long.
(Depends on how large you want your flower)
3. I roll and glue or sew them into place.
4. Add embellishments and add a fastener to the back

Aren't they fun!
Perfect little girlfriend gifts for a coffee date surprise.








XOXO,



Read more about creating with wool: on Spotted Canary's Nifty Thrifty Blog (January post)