Felt brooches

Circles of felt cut with a die

(as I am not neat enough with scissors.)

Embroidered on one piece and then sandwiched around a circle of cardboard for stability

Blanket stitch around the edge of the sandwich and fix on a safety pin to finish.

I also made a sequin tree brooch while trying to clear out some of the surplus I found.

Wardrobe scented or car freshener?

These bracelet size loops will be paired with essential oils and gifted as little gestures this Christmas.

Simply made (can’t remember when or why I got the mini felt balls) by threading a handful on to some ancient stretch magic beading cord.

I will use invisible thread when I run out of stretch magic as the felt balls seem to be unending and I am determined to use up some of my forgotten embellishments.

I use one in my car, hung from the rear view mirror, as I don’t like the smell of commercial scenters but will suggest recipients can keep them on clothes hangers as an alternative to a lavender bag.