Up-Cycled Wool Baby Booties

Ho Ho Toes Baby Booties

These sweet little booties used to be an "ugly sweater". After felting the sweater by washing and drying it several times, I cut out the wool just like a fabric. Lucked out again at a rummage sale where I found the adorable pompons for the toes. I blanket stitched around the edges and added pearl buttons. I also made a pair with cashmere, but it didn't felt as well as the wool and they slipped off of the baby (craft fail ) I would have taken pictures for a tutorial, but I didn't have a blog when I made these last winter. I would be happy to send directions if requested. This baby is going to have a little sister or brother soon, so I will be making more.

Felted Wool Jewelry made from Ugly Sweaters

Sushi Beads

I know! don't they look great? I made these beads out of old ugly sweaters that I cut up, rolled and felted.

Yes, it took a long time, but this is a gift for my sister. I think the presentation is really great too (yes I am bragging). This was my 4th attempt.









The Licorice Allsorts necklace is a beauty as well! For my British mother, Allsorts are a candy favorite.
This was my 3rd attempt.

Second attempt at felted wool beads

First attempt at felted wool beads