How to Make Minimalist Felt Shapes for Ornaments

Materials You’ll Need:

• White and gray felt sheets
• Scissors
• Embroidery thread in contrasting colors
• Embroidery needle
• Pencil or fabric chalk
• Simple shape templates (circles, triangles, stars)

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Create templates: Draw or print simple geometric shapes to use as templates.
2. Cut felt shapes: Trace your templates onto the felt and carefully cut them out.
3. Plan your embellishments: Decide on simple geometric patterns to embroider onto your shapes.
4. Thread your needle: Choose a contrasting color of embroidery thread.
5. Embroider designs: Using basic stitches, create your chosen geometric patterns on the felt shapes.
6. Create hanging loops: Cut small strips of felt, fold them in half, and stitch them to the tops of your shapes.
7. Optional – layer shapes: For added interest, consider layering different colored felt shapes.

Tips:

• Stick to a limited color palette for a cohesive, minimalist look.
• Keep your embroidered designs simple – think straight lines, dots, or basic geometric shapes.
• Create sets of coordinating ornaments using the same shapes in different sizes.

These minimalist felt shapes pair beautifully with our Scandinavian-Inspired Wooden Stars. For another soft texture ornament, check out our Minimalist Macramé Ornaments tutorial.