These feathers are really easy to make. They're created by knotting embroidery floss on to a wrapped wire. They can be strung on yarn for garland or used as Christmas ornaments.
Supplies:
- Embroidery floss (approximately 1 skein per feather)
- Craft glue and a paintbrush
- Floral wire
- Liquid starch ( I used this homemade recipe)
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| [Cut a piece of floral wire that's approximately 9 inches long. Fold it in half] |
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| [Brush a small amount of glue on the end and begin wrapping the embroidery floss] |
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| [Wrap the floss down the whole length of the wire. Use a little glue to secure the other end in place] |
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| [Cut out lengths of floss that measure 5 inches long. Secure in a single knot at the top of the wire] |
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| [Keep knotting down the length of the wire. Try to get the strings as close as possible to each other] |
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| [Leave some space at the bottom] |
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| [Submerge the feather in the liquid starch. Squeeze out the excess liquid and shape the feather with your hands. Allow the feather to thoroughly dry on a paper towel] |
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| [After the feather is dry, use a sharp pair of scissors to trim the edges] |
These are so pretty!
This looks like a diy even I can do!!!
Came here from tumblr- love your blog! Fantastic DIYs
Terrific idea!
Love the way these turned out!!!
You could make these in Peacock feather colors and turn them into peacock feather hoops. they would go well with a white dress!