Freestanding Lace Bells

Tutorial

 

FREESTANDING LACE BELLS FROM “A STITCH A HALF”

 

1. Stitch out design.

 

2. Notice that all panels stitch out simultaneously and already joined in the centre.

 

1. Remove design from hoop when stitching is complete

 

2. Cut away excess water-soluble stabilizer

 

1. Using your sewing machine with a zigzag stitch (SL=1.5, SW=3.5)

 

2. Starting from the centre each time - close the seams.

 

1. Notice your design will form a bell shape as you complete this step.

 

 

1. This is what your fsl bell will look like.

 

2. Notice how it formed a bell shape already.

 

 

1. Wash design with running water.

 

2. Do not fear washing away to much stabilizer as this little bell keep its form!

 

1. If you do not have time to let the bell dry in the sun or on its own – a hair dryer works wonderfully!

 

 

1. Cut a 7” ribbon or string for the 4*4 or 5*7 hoop bells.

 

2. Tie a knot at the end and thread from the inside to the outside.

 

1. Want to do something exciting?

 

2. Stitch out the freestanding lace handle included in your file.

 

 

1. Attach handle with straight stitch on your sewing machine or with a glue gun.

 

2. What a lovely bell basket this is…

 

3. Fill you baskets with treats for the children!

1. Or how about monogramming your bells?

2. Stitch out the letters you require and attach with a glue gun to the top.

3. Add this to the top of your fire place and you have a unique centre piece decoration

4. Have fun!!!


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Bells 2

 

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