I love the mittens my grandma knitted for me last christmas but I was feeling like they were in need a bit of a face lift. I was looking for something fresh and with Valentines Day around the corner I couldn't help but lean towards sweet red hearts. You can feel free to do whatever shape, color, or additions you want to spruce up a pair of plain mittens. Cute animal faces, lace...whatever your heart desires can work on any pair of mittens.
Here is what you will need:
Mittens (mine were knitted)
Felt
HeatnBond (iron on adhesive)
Yarn or Thread
Large eyed needle
Iron
I cut out a few samples of hearts with paper just so I could play with different sizes and shapes.
Now the question remains.
Wider or Thinner?
I went with the wider size and cut out the HeatnBond just smaller than the heart.
I followed the directions on my specific package, attaching them to the felt heart then the mitten via iron (with no steam!)
Finally after cooling, I sewed a cute edge around the heart with yarn. You can choose thread if you prefer a less obvious "sewn" look. The thread will definitely hide better!
Viola!
Hearted Mittens!
Frolicking in your new favorite mittens is optional, but recommended!
I love these! They are so cute. What a great idea!
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omggggggggggggeeeeeeeeeeeeee! this is too cute for words!!!! i'm in LOVE with the hearts you've created and even more excited b/c this project doesn't require a sewing machine. which i unfortch don't have, totally doable and totally coveted! you're a gem for sharing and a complete delight to see frolicking around that snowy field. saving this asap!!! xo ♥
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