Bling Tree – Day 4

Bling Tree – Day 4

by | Dec 4, 2023 | Quilting Tips

On Day 4 of the Bling Tree, I started with a four-holed button using matching thread. Then, using the same thread, I brought the needle up through one hole and threaded a pink seed bead on and pushed the needle down through the next hole. Alternating, I added three...

Bling Tree – Day 3

by | Dec 3, 2023 | Quilting Tips

On Day 3 of the Bling Tree, I started with another four-hole button, again a little larger. The button was secured with matching thread. Each time, I ensure the threads are buried in the batting so the backing stays clean. This time, I hid the securing stitches with a...
Bling Tree – Day 2

Bling Tree – Day 2

by | Dec 2, 2023 | Quilting Tips

On Day 2 of the Bling Tree, I started with a slightly larger button with four holes using matching thread. Then, using the same thread, I brought the needle up through one hole and threaded a gold seed bead on and pushed the needle down through the next hole....
Bling Tree – Day 1

Bling Tree – Day 1

by | Dec 1, 2023 | Quilting Tips

On Day 1 of the Bling Tree, I started with a small button. On top of the button, I added a small metal bead. Then, I wrapped one strand of 12 wt pink thread (doubled) around the button. To wrap the button, I made a small knot and bring the thread up through the...
Bling Tree – Preparation

Bling Tree – Preparation

by | Nov 29, 2023 | Blog Hop

Do you want to spend a little time honing your stitching skills during the holidays without feeling guilty? The Bling Tree Stitch Along is a great little project to learn how to embellish a little project for Christmas. Each day, you create a new ornament for your...