Felt Alphabet Magnets {Tutorial}

I saw it first here.  And have been obsessed about them ever since.  I just knew that my children would learn their alphabet as soon as I made them!

So, make them I did.  And after 15 hours (YES - 15 hours - 2 car trips), they are finally done.

All 26 letters.

And I love them as much as I thought I would.

They were super simple to make, but if you don't have two seriously long car rides to spare, I might suggest just buying them on ETSY from some sellers who specialize in making them.  That is, unless you don't value your time - or just have extra to spare!

Making them consisted of printing out large, bold letters in the font of my choice on cardstock.

Cut around each letter and then cut the letter out twice in felt using my favorite sharp scissors.

Using a blanket stitch, stitch around both layers of each letter... stuffing with poly-fil as you go.  {I found using the sharp end of scissors helped to get the poly-fil in there tight.  And if you have a letter like "o" with an area in the middle - blanket stitch around the inside first.}.

Want to see a blanket stitch in action?  Watch this {and click over to the blog to watch if you are in email or a Reader}:



Apply a magnet with super glue to the back.

Attach to your fridge and watch as your kids magically learn all of their letters!  Of course they will learn them all - because I made them!

 

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Handmade Gifts - Wedding Party

The fun, crafty ladies at Crafterminds are having a Wedding... TODAY!  And I was invited to help contribute!

How fun is that?

Weddings have come SO FAR since I got married a short four years ago.  And bridesmaid gifts now-a-days?!  They are out of this world.  So much thought goes into the perfect gift for each bridesmaid that I thought it would be fun to do a round-up of some fun DIY and homemade gifts! 

1.  Monogram Mugs {easy to replicate this on your own}
2.  Lace Clutch using Heat Transfer Paper and Lace clip art!
3.  Homemade Bubble Bath with Free Labels
4.  Ruffle Clutch Tutorial - also has 3 other versions!
5.  Maid of Honor Emergency kit
6.  Personalized note inside a locket
7.  Bridesmaid Thank You Hankies

8.  Gift Box Idea for "the ask".
9.  Bridesmaid Survival Kits in Miniature Suitcases
10.  Bridesmaid Memory Box

Of course, I couldn't leave out my handmade shop: Better Life Bags!  Because I specialize in customizing each bag for each individual customer, I think these bags would make the perfect gift for any bridesmaid!  I just finished up a special order for a bride who wanted each of her bridesmaids to receive a bag designed just for them!  Designing with BLB really creates a unique and one-of-a-kind gift - and one that gives back 10% to those in need!

To get your marriage spiritually off on the right foot, consider subscribing to my blog to receive a FREE download set of 31 Days of Praying for Your Husband.  {just email me at betterlifebags@gmail.com to get them!}

Also consider the FREE $20 gift card offer from My Publisher to create a special and individualize photo book for each of your bridesmaids.

And for some wedding entertainment... How to Get a Toddler Ready for a Wedding. 

 

Check out more the Crafterminds Wedding with all sorts of different topics and ideas: