The faceted multicolor beads we used as well as the sequin mix came from our friends at CraftProjectIdeas.com, so now is a good time to thank them for those!
STEP 1: Cut two tree shapes from green felt.
STEP 2: Sew beads onto one of the pieces of felt. This was so exciting for LC because it was the first time I ever let him use a needle and thread. I showed him how to pull the needle up from the back, thread on a few beads, then push it back down through. Priceless.
Look at his concentration!! He had so much fun with this, and from time to time, he’d just grin and say, “Mommy, I’m sewing!”
STEP 3: Sew top and bottom of tree together, leaving an opening to stuff it. At this point, I got to show Little Crafter how to do a simple whip stitch. He, of course, caught on right away. I held the two pieces together, and he pushed the needle through and pulled all by himself. He literally made this entire thing with very little help from me whatsoever, other than verbal guidance. He’s four. No wonder his Poppy calls him “Boy Genius.”
STEP 4: Stuff with polyfil and finish sewing shut. He loved the stuffing part.
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STEP 5: Add a hanger using silver cord, jute, or ribbon. We threaded ours through using a large needle, but you could also use hot glue on the back.
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