You know that feeling when you walk into a room and it just feels...lifeless? Yeah, I’ve been there too. Lately, I've been daydreaming about crafting some colorful wall decals out of felt. Picture this: a whimsical forest scene filled with tiny felt trees and playful animals jumping from the walls! Doesn’t that sound delightful? I can almost hear the giggles of my kids as they admire their ‘living’ art. But then, I wonder, what if I could create something that not only brightens up our space but also pulls at the heartstrings? Like the time I made a little felt heart for my daughter, and she insisted it needed to hang in her room forever. Couldn’t we all use a bit more love on our walls?
Items You’ll Need
- Felt sheets
- Craft scissors
- Fabric glue
- Cutting mat
- Stencil templates
- Tape measure
- Marker or fabric chalk
- Command strips or removable adhesive
- Heat transfer vinyl (optional)
- Iron (optional)
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Gather Materials
I start by gathering all my supplies on the table: colorful felt sheets, craft scissors, fabric glue, a cutting mat, stencil templates, a tape measure, a marker, and either command strips or removable adhesive. I’m so excited to get creative!
Step 2: Choose a Design
I pick some fun stencil templates that I want to use for my wall decals. I think I’ll go with whimsical shapes like stars, hearts, and maybe some leafy vines. I can’t wait to see how they will look on my walls!
Step 3: Cutting the Felt
I lay down the cutting mat and use my tape measure to measure out the felt into the sizes I need for my stencils. Then, I grab my craft scissors and carefully cut out the shapes from the felt. The vibrant colors are making me smile!
Step 4: Marking the Design
With my fabric chalk, I trace the outline of my stencils onto the felt sheets. I want to make sure my cuts are accurate and the designs look just right. It’s important to stay within the lines!
Step 5: Gluing the Shapes
Next, I carefully apply fabric glue to the back of my felt shapes. I make sure to use just enough glue so it sticks well but doesn’t ooze out. I love how the glue starts to hold everything together nicely!
Step 6: Letting it Dry
I set the glued shapes aside on the cutting mat to dry completely. I take a moment to admire my work and think about where I’ll put these decals in my room!
Step 7: Apply to the Wall
Once the glue is dried, it’s time to bring them to life! I grab my command strips or removable adhesive and attach them to the back of my felt shapes. Then, I carefully place them on my wall, arranging them in a way that looks balanced and fun.
Step 8: Step Back and Enjoy
Finally, I step back and admire my handiwork! The felt wall decals look amazing and bring a cheerful vibe to the room. I feel so accomplished and can’t wait to show them off to my friends!