https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/simple-shaped-brooch • Posted by Hannah of The Outfit Repeater
Using a few common household objects, a DIY pattern, and a brooch back; you can make a plethora of cute pins in no time at all.
Using a few common household objects, a DIY pattern, and a brooch back; you can make a plethora of cute pins in no time at all.
Choose a plain clip art image and print it out on paper. A simple Google search should aid in your quest or you can even create your own using a cookie cutter. Cut out your pattern and trace it with a pencil on the wrong side of your chosen fabric.
Cut your shape out of your fabric.
Glue your fabric shape down on stiff cardboard. This could also be done on felt or another heavy material. Anything that would keep the fabric shape stiff.
Cut out both your shape and the cardboard. (They're glued together so it shouldn't be too much of a problem.)
OPTIONAL: Use clothes pins or a heavy object to keep the fabric glued to the cardboard while it dries.
Glue a brooch backing onto your shape when it's dry.
You can also use a self adhesive brooch backing if that's simpler for you.
Have fun creating lots of new shapes to wear!
TIP: An idea for interesting fabrics is to use an old make-up case. They are sold for for cheap at dollar stores and other retailers + many beauty subscription services send them for free every month. They have lots of interesting patterns and textures that would be harder to find at a fabric store.