Follow our step by step photo and video tutorials and read our helpful tips on how to make these folded fabric star ornaments. They don’t require any sewing, and they’re such a fun and pretty holiday decoration!
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Helpful Tips:
Can I use a different size of fabric to make a Scandinavian star ornament?
The 4 x 16 inch fabric strips make an ornament that’s 4 inches across from tip to tip. If you’d like a smaller or larger ornament, you can definitely use another size of fabric to start with. As long as the length of the fabric strip is four times the width, the ornament will turn out the same way. For example, use fabric that’s 3-1/2 by 14 inches, 3 x 12 inches, or even 2-1/2 by 10 inches.
Where to get fabric to make a Scandinavian star ornament?
We bought small amounts of all different Christmas print fabric at a local fabric store. If you don’t want to have your own fabric cut, you can also buy fat quarters, either at a quilting store or online.
Do I have to use 2 colours of fabric for my Scandi stars?
No, you can also make an ornament of all the same colour fabric for a uniform look. You can even make a star ornament out of 4 different colours or patterns of fabric!
Does a Scandinavian star ornament require any sewing skills?
No, this ornament is made by simple pressing and folding of fabric. It’s almost like origami! The only “sewing” that you need to know how to do is to stick a needle through fabric to attach the ornament hanger at the end. And that part is easy!
Is spray starch necessary when making a Scandinavian star ornament?
We definitely recommend using the spray starch. You could possibly get away with not using it, but it makes it a lot easier to get crisp folds in the fabric and clean creases at the points of the star.
How can I use these folded fabric star ornaments?
A Scandinavian star ornament looks awesome on the Christmas tree, of course, but it also makes a great gift topper or stocking stuffer. You can even string the fabric ornaments onto a ribbon or a length of twine to create a beautiful star garland.
These Scandinavian star ornaments are SO PRETTY! Make a fabric star ornament in traditional Christmas colours, or add a spot of colour to your tree. All you need is some Christmas print fabric and you can create beautiful handmade ornaments in no time at all!
Here’s even more DIY ornament ideas:
Gnome Ornaments
Wrapped Yarn Ornaments
Macrame Christmas Wreath
Our book Low-Mess Crafts for Kids is loaded with 72 fun and simple craft ideas for kids! The projects are fun, easy and most importantly low-mess, so the clean up is simple!
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