L. suggested I share the step-by-step directions to make these flower fairies here so other kids can make them. She also did a demonstration on how to make these fairies for me to record and post on YouTube (see below). But here are a few snapshots of the making process (materials list and written directions below).
FLOWER FAIRIES:
MATERIALS
Wood pieces
10, 8 mm round beads
3/4 x 7/8-inch mini wood apple (head) (L. also uses 1/2 wood bead w/hole as well)
1/2 x 1/2-inch spool with center hold
1 x 13/16-inch small candle cup
Other pieces
silk flower
white pipe cleaner
black permanent marker
Spanish moss or raffia
powder blush
scissors
hot glue gun
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Separate silk flower from stem and separate the parts.
2. Turn candle cup upside down. Cut a 3-inch piece of pipe cleaner and insert through the hold of candle cup, glue one end in cup. Place larger petals over pipe cleaner that sticks out and glue. Glue small spool in place over the pipe cleaner. Trim stem even with top of spool.
3. Glue candle cup over a dowel or doll pin and stand.
4. Wrap the center of the remaining pipe cleaner around the spool, twisting the ends in the back to secure. Thread five beads on each end for arms. Spot glue the last bead to secure. Trim even with last bead or leave 1/2 inch for a "hand" to wrap around flower stem.
5. Glue small petals or leaves over spool for bodice. Spot glue at front and back. Glue leaves or petals to the back of spool for fairy wings.
6. For the head, hold the wood apple upside down with the widest part at the bottom. Apply powder blush (with cotton swab) to the cheeks. Use the black marker to dot the eye. Glue head to the top of the spool.
7. Glue moss/raffia to the head for hair.
These instructions - and most of L.'s supplies - were provided by 4-H mom Jen Grant during the 4-H Mini-Forum at USM last weekend. Thanks Jen!
1 comment:
I am so happy I found your video about making wooden fairy dolls. You did a terrific job with presenting how to make them. I have another pattern I found on You Tube that is harder but I like your way better. I have a 5 year old granddaughter that lives far away. I was looking for a project we could do together next time she visits us, this will surely work. Crafting is something you can do your whole life. Continue to try new things, too.
I am 72 years young and have enjoyed sewing and crafting most of my life. Your project will help me have fun with my granddaughter. Many thanks for sharing. Linda, Michigan.
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