Felt’s one of those materials that just begs to be turned into something fun. It’s affordable, forgiving, and you don’t need a ton of fancy tools to get rolling. Whether you’re after a quirky bit of home decor, a handmade gift, or just want to keep your hands busy, felt’s got you covered.
Here are 20 felt projects; some tiny, some a bit more substantial, but all doable. There’s a mix here: ornaments, accessories, seasonal stuff, and some practical ideas too. Each one uses pretty basic techniques, so you can go at your own pace and still end up with something cute or useful (or both).
If you’re itching to make something for yourself, or maybe a thoughtful gift for someone, these felt crafts have a little something for everyone. There’s a nice spread of categories, so you’ll probably find at least a few ideas that catch your eye.
1) Felt Animal Ornaments
Felt animal ornaments are just plain charming! Woodland critters like foxes and deer, or maybe something quirky like a little whale or a unicorn. They’re perfect for hanging on a tree or just around the house.
These are beginner-friendly, since felt is easy to cut and sew by hand. All you really need is some colorful felt, scissors, a needle and thread, and a bit of stuffing. There are loads of free patterns floating around online if you want a template to start with.
2) DIY Felt Coasters
Felt coasters are a great way to use up those little fabric scraps you might have lying around. You can hand sew the tiny pieces together with a running or blanket stitch, or even some hot glue!
Pick bold colors for a geometric look or stick to subtle shades if that’s more your vibe. Each coaster is usually about 4 inches square, so you can whip up a set in an afternoon.
They’ll keep your table safe from mug rings and add a handmade touch to your space.
3) Felt Flower Bouquet
A felt flower bouquet is a sweet, long-lasting swap for real blooms. From sunflowers to daisies, you can get creative with shapes and colors using just felt, scissors, and a glue gun. Each flower costs next to nothing to make.
Great for decor, gifts, or whenever you want a little color that won’t wilt in a week. Pop them in a vase or wrap them up – no water needed, ever!
4) Felt Bookmark with Tassel
Cut a strip of felt in your favorite color and you’ve got the base for a bookmark. Make a tassel by looping embroidery thread around your fingers, tying it off, and snipping the ends.
Stick or sew the tassel to one end, then jazz up your bookmark with buttons, beads, or embroidery if you’re feeling extra.
5) Felt Keychain Charms
Felt keychain charms are a fun way to add a little personality to your keys or bag. Try animal shapes (cats, bears, raccoons etc.) or whatever else pops into your head.
They’re quick, cheap, and totally customizable. Add details like eyes or whiskers to make each one unique. Felt’s soft but tough enough to survive in your pocket or purse.
6) DIY Felt Christmas Stockings
Felt Christmas stockings are a classic holiday project and honestly, they’re not hard to make. You can sew them or just use fabric glue if you’d rather skip the needle.
Cut two stocking shapes, decorate with felt scraps or embellishments, and stick them together. Personalize with names or festive designs!
Hang them on the tree, use as gift holders, or lay them out as table decor.
7) Felt Fruit Magnets
Felt fruit magnets bring a pop of color to your fridge and let you show off your crafty side. Make mini strawberries, watermelon slices, oranges, whatever fruit you like.
Just cut the shapes, layer on some details, glue together, and stick a magnet on the back. They’re great as little gifts or just to brighten up your kitchen.
8) Hand Sewn Felt Pouches
Hand sewn felt pouches are perfect for sunglasses, makeup, or any small bits you want to keep organized. Felt doesn’t fray, so you can skip hemming and just stitch the sides.
These are good beginner projects! Just straight stitches and you’re done. Add a button, some embroidery, or even let kids help out (with a little supervision, of course).
9) Felt Applique Pillow Covers
With felt applique pillow covers, you can totally change the look of a room. Cut out shapes (leaves, flowers, whatever you like) and stitch them onto a plain pillow cover.
A blanket stitch works well for this and adds a nice edge. Use matching or contrasting thread, depending on what you want to pop.
You really don’t need much: felt, a pillow cover, needle, and thread.
10) Felt Garland Banners
Felt garland banners are cheerful and easy to make. Cut felt into triangles or whatever shapes you fancy, then string them up with thread or ribbon.
These work for parties, holidays, or just to add some color to a boring wall. The best part? You can tailor the colors and designs to fit your style or the season.
11) Felt Phone Case Sleeve
A felt phone sleeve is a simple way to keep your device safe from scratches and bumps. Felt’s soft but protective, and you can size it to fit your phone exactly.
Add a pocket for cards, a snap closure, or even a little loop for a stylus if you want. Not much is needed for this one: just felt, a needle, and some thread.
12) Felt Plant Pot Covers
Felt pot covers are a quick way to dress up your plant pots without the mess of repotting. Just cut felt to size and wrap it around the container.
No major sewing skills needed. Play with colors, add patterns, or stick on some embellishments to match your space. They’re speedy to make, so you can do a bunch in one go.
13) Felt Earrings with Beads
Felt earrings with beads are lightweight and surprisingly sturdy. You can sew beads right onto felt shapes or let them dangle for some extra movement.
Mix and match bead types (glass, wood, gemstone) whatever suits your style. All you need is felt, a few beads, earring hooks, and a bit of thread or glue.
14) Layered Felt Wall Art
Layered felt wall art is a cool way to turn simple sheets into something dimensional. Cut shapes in different colors, then stack and glue them for depth.
Start with a canvas or wooden board as your base. The color combos and textures are up to you, so every piece ends up with its own vibe.
15) Felt Decorative Bunting
Felt bunting adds a charming touch to any room, and honestly, you don’t need to be a crafting expert to pull this off. Just cut out a bunch of triangles (or whatever shape you’re feeling, really) from colorful felt sheets, then attach them to some ribbon or twine.
You can use fabric glue, but if you’re feeling a bit more ambitious, a few quick stitches work too.
16) Felt Dollhouse Furniture
Felt dollhouse furniture is a sweet way to make tiny sofas, beds, and little chairs with just simple hand stitching. Grab some basic felt sheets and embroidery thread; no need to stress about fraying edges, since felt behaves itself.
The best part? You can get pretty creative with details. Add some embroidery, maybe a few tiny buttons, or layer the felt for a bit of extra flair. These little pieces are perfect for pocket dolls or any miniature setup that could use a cozy touch.
17) Simple Felt Needle Book
A felt needle book is one of those things you don’t realize you need until you’re digging around for a needle, then you wonder why you didn’t make one sooner. This practical project comes together in about half an hour, and you probably have everything you need already.
Cut two rectangles of felt for the cover and a slightly smaller one for the inside “pages.” Fold the cover in half, stitch the inside page down the middle with embroidery floss, and that’s basically it. If you want, add a ribbon to tie everything closed. Super handy.
18) Felt Brooch Pins
Felt brooch pins are a fun way to turn those leftover scraps into something you can actually wear. Whether you’re into flowers, quirky animals, or just abstract shapes, you can whip up a pin with a bit of hand sewing.
Just cut out your shapes, layer them to add depth, and stitch or glue on a pin backing. All you really need is felt, some thread, scissors, and a brooch clasp. These make cute gifts, or just a little flair for your own jacket or bag – why not make a few?
19) Felt Phone Stand
A felt phone stand is surprisingly useful if you’re tired of propping your phone against random objects. It’s really just a matter of cutting and layering felt to make a sturdy base and a slanted back.
Cut a rectangle for the base, then attach a slightly angled back panel – fabric glue works, or you can stitch it if you want it extra secure. Add a couple of extra layers where the phone rests for more support. It’s simple, but honestly, it does the job and looks pretty cute on your desk or nightstand.
20) Felt Tea Cup Bookmark
Soft pink felt makes the sweetest little page saver. Hand‑sewn with simple stitches, it has that cozy, homemade charm that store‑bought bookmarks just can’t match.
Add a tiny kawaii face, rosy cheeks, or small stitched details for extra cuteness. Lightweight and gentle on pages, it’s a heart‑melting companion for any book lover.