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and now for a different kind of flower...

...handmade by moi out of zippers!

 

There was one of the facebook things going around where you had to promise to make up to 5 handmade gifts in 2011 for the people who commented on your post. Well it's Dec 9 and I am finished! lol... This one is yours Charlie!

 

p.s. did I mention how much I dislike sewing!!!

 

oh and the measurements in case you want to make it?

1 x 8 inch length of zipper

6 x 4 inch lengths

6 x 3 inch lengths

The centre is made from the 8 inch length. Sew a running stitch along the length of it near the edge of the fabric and gather so it curls up.

The petals are made similarly with a little gather in the middle and then sewing them in a petal shape.

Then sew all the petals and the centre together trying not to stab yourself too many times.

 

I recommend red zippers as it hides the blood better!

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